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Learning Styles Based on Jung's Theory of Personality

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Extroverted Learning Style

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People with an extroverted learning style prefer collaborating with others.

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What Is an Extroverted Learning Style?

The first component of the Jungian learning style dimensions indicates how learners interact with the outside world. Extroverted learners enjoy generating energy and ideas from other people. They prefer socializing and working in groups. Learning activities that benefit extroverted learners include teaching others how to solve a problem, collaborative/group work and problem-based learning. If you enjoy teaching others, participating in a group and learning by experience, you are probably an extroverted learner.

Number of Extroverted Learners

Approximately 60% of learners are extroverted learners.

Characteristics of Extrovert Learners

  • Learns best through direct experience
  • Enjoys working with others in groups
  • Often gathers ideas from outside sources
  • Willing to lead, participate and offer opinions
  • Jumps right in without guidance from others

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