Learning Styles and the Importance of Critical Self-Reflection

Explore the myth of learning styles and the importance of critical self-reflection in this 18-minute TEDx talk by Dr. Tesia Marshik. Discover why the widespread belief in learning styles, despite being considered common sense and deeply ingrained in the educational system, is not supported by research. Examine the reasons behind the persistence of this belief and understand its problematic nature in education. Learn about the latest findings that challenge the notion of catering to individual learning styles and gain insights into more effective teaching and learning strategies. Delve into the fields of educational psychology, student motivation, self-regulation, and teacher-student relationships as presented by Dr. Marshik, an Assistant Professor of Psychology at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse.

Learning styles & the importance of critical self-reflection | Tesia Marshik | TEDxUWLaCrosse