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        Visual Learner

Visual learners need to see the teacher's body language and facial expression to fully understand the content of a lesson.
They tend to prefer sitting at the front of the classroom to avoid visual obstructions (e.g. peoples' heads). They may think in pictures and learn best from visual displays including: diagrams, illustrated text books, overhead transparencies, videos, flipcharts and hand-outs.  During a lecture or classroom discussion, visual learners often prefer to take detailed notes to absorb the information. 

        "If you use the visual style, you prefer using images, pictures, colors, and maps to organize information and communicate with others. You can easily visualize objects, plans and outcomes in your mind’s eye. You also have a good spatial sense, which gives
you a good sense of direction. You can easily find your way around using maps, and you rarely get lost. When you walk out of an
elevator, you instinctively know which way to turn. The whiteboard is a best friend (or would be if you had access to one). You
love drawing, scribbling and doodling, especially with colors. You typically have a good dress sense and color balance (although
not always!)" (Advanogy.com, 2003).
You may use phrases like these:
    Let’s look at it differently. 
    See how this works for you.
    I can’t quite picture it.
    Let’s draw a diagram or map.
    I’d like to get a different perspective.
    I never forget a face.

If you are a VISUAL learner, by all means be sure that you look at all study materials. Use charts, maps, filmstrips, notes,
videos, and flash cards. Practice visualizing or picturing wordsand concepts in your head. Write out everything for frequent and
quick visual review.

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