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INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN TIPS: Adding Content

Learning Styles - How can I address different learning styles?

Learning Styles are the preference the learner has for how information is presented. This is the way the person learns most effectively. It does not mean that a student can only learn this way. However, in order to maximize learning for all your students, a combination of methods for presenting materials is very powerful.

Learning Style	Preference for information acquisition	Best online learning formats
Visual/Verbal	Prefers to read information	PDFs or RTFs that can be printed out; discussion forums
Visual/Nonverbal	Uses graphics or diagrams to represent information	Still images or video representations
Auditory/Verbal	Prefers to listen to information	Audio of course lectures; audio interviews with subject-matter experts
Tactile/Kinesthetic	Prefers physical hands-on experiences	Field work or labs offline, paired with reflection and discussion online

Organizing content

Formatting and saving content

Addressing learning styles

Handling large file sizes

Planning Course Content

Resources

ITD Student Site
Office of Students with Disabilities
PDF vs. RTF vs. HTML formats
E-Reserves Request
Digital Image Library
Copyright & Fair Use Guidelines
Learning Styles Online Survey
Using Audio & Video Files
Adding your TA to Blackboard

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