My Learning Profile

In humanities class we completed a Dominance Factor learning profile. This learning profile tested our dominant eye, ear, brain, hand, and foot. The theory is that once we know our profile, we can use the strategies suggested to improve our learning. I discovered that I'm a Profile D.


Profile D shows that I am logic dominant. Which means that I deal with details, the parts and the process of language and linear thought. I favor a step-by-step technique in learning a new skill.

It also shows that I am a visual/auditory learner and that I need to see and hear the details in order to learn. When I am stressed, I have trouble communicating my thoughts and ideas verbally and in writing.

I would like my teachers to know that I will benefit from sitting further back in class where I can doodle or move without bothering others. My biggest challenge may be the linear processing of information. I "can't see the forest for the trees." I prefer structured learning and I appreciate orderly sequencing of information.  I would also like them to know that I love to read library books. I also love to play outdoor games like soccer, four square, basketball, and dance.

The strategies that would help me in my learning are the following:

• focus on the visual/auditory details - I need to hear and see all the details in order to learn
• Integrated cross-lateral hand play like playing with clay, knitting, writing and drawing using the non-dominat hand
• massaging the Temporal Mandibular Joint to aide in communication
• Integrating art, music, freeform movement, and interpersonal/intrapersonal skills combined with learning a new skill will be highly beneficial
• Brainstorm
• Use pictures and symbol mind maps
• Be physically active
• Write poems and songs that contain rich images and don't ryhme
• Play with free-form color painting, sculpture and dance
• Role-play to understand the big picture