“You don’t have to believe in learning styles theories to appreciate differences among kids, to hold an egalitarian attitude in the midst of such differences, and to try to foster such attitudes in students.” Daniel Willingham, Learning Styles FAQ The Learning Styles myth, for those that aren’t already clear, is that by aligning teaching to a student’s preferred Learning Style, outcomes will improve. Despite lots of research into this claim – the so-called ‘meshing theory’ – no supporting evidence has turned up. But who needs evidence? In a 2014 survey, 90% of teachers agreed with the claim, “Individuals learn better when they … Continue reading The Learning Styles myth debunked on the back of an envelope