You have probably heard this before.

That we learn best based on our preferred learning style:

Multiple intelligences are also widely discussed:

But are these concepts true and accurate?

Not quite.

It seems that the concept of learning styles has become a neuromyth — a widely held belief of the results of brain research that may not be true.

Current thinking suggests that these original theories were inaccurate or have been misunderstood— or both. And they are sometimes being misrepresented even by those who have attempted to debunk them.

Modern Thinking

A more modern and practical view seems to be this:

  1. We each have different abilities rather than styles.

  2. Multiple methods of delivery are always better.

  3. Being focused is of key importance while learning — another word for this might be engaged.


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I'm Mathew Georghiou and I write about how games are transforming education and learning. I also share my experience as an entrepreneur inventing products and designing educational resources used by millions around the world. More about me at Georghiou.com