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Table 2 The learning style model for moocs
Dimensions | Type | Description | Resources |
|---|---|---|---|
Information Process | active | The active learners tend to improve learning efficiency with active use of study materials. They like to communicate with others and complete tasks or solve problems through teamwork. | Felder-Silverman |
reflective | Reflective learners tend to think and rethink independently. They like to complete tasks and solve problems on their own. | Felder-Silverman | |
Information Perception | sensitive | Sensitive learners tend to look into practical cases or some specific materials. They prefer to solve problems in standard ways. | Felder-Silverman |
intuitive | Intuitive learners prefer abstract materials. They are good at discovering the inner relationships of things. They are creative and like to solve problems in creative ways. | Felder-Silverman | |
Information Input | verbal | Verbal learners are good at acquiring information from text and communication. | Felder-Silverman |
visual | Visual learners prefer to get information from picture and videos. | Felder-Silverman | |
Information Understanding | sequential | Sequential learners prefer to study in a logical and sequential order. They like to focus on small-sized materials. | Felder-Silverman |
global | Global learners prefer autonomous learning. They like to master the general structure before beginning an in-depth study of specific points. They are non-sequential learners inclined to large-paced study. | Felder-Silverman | |
Social Interaction | social | Social learners like to communicate with others. They are inclined to complete tasks through teamwork. | READI |
solitary | Solitary learners like to think independently. They prefer self-analysis and rethinking. They are willing to make plans and set goals. | READI |