Abstract
Everyone learns in a different way depending on what suits them best. Likewise, adaptive learning might be advantageous for those with a variety of learning preferences. Therefore, the effect of teaching techniques on learners’ engagement has a significant impact on their success in learning. Hence, this research investigated the learning styles of Alpha learners as perceived by their parents and teachers. When consent was taken, 52 teachers and 403 parents from the northern region of Nueva Vizcaya, Philippines were chosen at random to participate in the survey as respondents. This study used a modified teaching-learning styles questionnaire that underwent a validation process. Mean and standard deviations were used to describe the learning preferences of alpha learners. The study concludes that Alpha learners equally preferred being on the ground or a couch, in dim or good lighting, or in warm weather. Additionally, they prefer working independently or taking direction since they are motivated by rewards from outside sources. Along with finishing successfully, they also aspired to do well in school. They also desire consistency and a little more direction. Moreover, Alpha learners tended to study well without adult guidance and with a variety of tools, including storybooks, illustrations, educational games, laptops, tablets, cellphones, films or video clips, presentations, and other technologically related products. Finally, reading, writing, debating, watching, touching, and listening were the most effective learning techniques for Alpha learners.
Presenters
Jenifer GacusanAssistant Professor IV, College of Teacher Education, Nueva Vizcaya State University, Philippines Bonimar Afalla
Professor VI, College of Teacher Education, Nueva Vizcaya State University, Nueva Vizcaya, Philippines
Details
Presentation Type
Paper Presentation in a Themed Session
Theme
KEYWORDS
Alpha Learners, Emotional Factors, Learning Styles, Learning Outcomes
