Imaginative Learners

Behavioral style: Steadiness

Like: Affective classrooms
Being personally involved
Harmony in the classroom
Cooperative endeavors
Group work
Inquiry and insight

Dislike: Debates
Memorizing
Lectures
Being rushed
Rote learning
Textbook learning
Being singled out
Sterile environments
Insensitivity
Broad coverage vs. depth

Learner
Characteristics:
Perceive information concretely
Process reflectively
Believe in their own experience
Team oriented
Good listeners
Think alone first then with a group
Caring of others in the classroom

As trainers they: Ask how will it help students
Are sensitive to students' backgrounds
Believe knowledge should increase personal insights
Like to work with students individually and in groups
Use cooperative groups and discussion
Believe in individual growth
Encourage authenticity

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