Using Technology with the Visual Learner

 Technology can be a great classroom tool, especially for the visual learner! However, if you are trying to align the technology to the learner's visual learning style then you must ensure that the presentation within the technology is visually appealing. The images and text used within technology should be age appropriate, large enough to be easily seen, and laid out in an organizational way. For example, when using PowerPoint it is imperative that you do not put too much text onto one slide and that the size, style, and color of the font does not make reading difficult. If you are using Inspiration or designing a web-quest, make sure the organization of the project is logical so your users can easily navigate it to obtain the information that they need. Also, be sure to incorporate visuals into your presentations to make it more attractive to the student which will help them stay engaged. Visuals also help clarify information for students, especially those who are visual learners. For example, if you are talking about immigration statistics, it may be helpful to include a diagram that illustrates recent immigration trends. Any form of educational technology has many ways to appeal to the visual learner. It is just up to the user as to how effective these tools will be utilized within instruction. Therefore, it would be wise to explore the different educational technological options available for teachers such as: Inspiration, Microsoft PowerPoint, Prezi, Mindmeister, and Gliffy.

Below, I have attached an example of a diagram I created using Inspiration on the topic of immigration. It is very simple, but can be as intricate as you desire. Please feel free to take a look!