Visual-Spatial Learners: Understanding the Learning Style Preference of Bright But Disengaged Students

Are you looking for ways to differentiate your instruction to meet the needs of gifted visual-spatial learners? You've found it in Visual-Spatial Learners: Understanding the Learning Style Preference of Bright But Disengaged Students (2nd ed.). Visual-spatial learners are students who show advanced abilities with computers, maps, construction toys, and puzzles. The techniques outlined within these pages help all learners succeed--regardless of preferred learning style. Based on the most current understanding of the brain's hemispheric functions, the author provides a number of strategies and lesson plan ideas to help make your classroom a successful learning environment for all learners. These strategies address preparing students to succeed on timed tests
easing the pain of handwriting
teaching spelling using imagery
incorporating mnemonics, rhyme, and other tricks that engage the right hemisphere of the brain
helping students stay focused and on track
getting--and keeping--students organized
and much more!