The problem, however, is not that “kinesthetic learners” are disabled.
Rather, the problem is a teaching disability — the failure of schools to teach
active learners in an effective way.
My Effortless English™ seminars and classes are quite different. Many
have described them as “English rock concerts.” In an Effortless English™
seminar, we frequently jump, dance, shout, laugh, and move. In fact, it is rare
for learners to sit for more than 15 minutes in one of my seminars. I want
them moving. I want them energized. Because I know that active and
energized people learn faster, learn more, remember longer and perform
better!
Remember, English is a performance skill, not a subject you study. The
more you use your body while learning, the more success you will achieve.
One way to use movement while learning English is to use the Action
Vocabulary method. In this method, you connect a unique physical
movement to a new vocabulary word. You shout the word (or phrase) and
perform the movement. The movement should remind you of the meaning of
the word.
By doing this repeatedly, you connect the word, its meaning, and the
unique physical action. This combination creates a stronger and deeper
memory, resulting in faster and deeper vocabulary learning. This is far more
effective than simply trying to memorize long lists of words.
Another simple way to use your body is to walk while learning English.
With a smart phone you can make your learning mobile! Instead of sitting on
your butt, slowly losing energy, put on your headphones and go for a walk
while listening to English. As you walk, your heart will pump and your brain
will get more blood. You’ll feel more energy and thus you will concentrate
better. You’ll probably enjoy learning more, too.
There is no reason to be limited by the old school methods. You do not
need to sit motionless in a chair while you learn. You do not need to remain
silent. You do not need to be bored and tired. As an independent learner, you
are free to learn in the way that is most effective and most enjoyable for you.
You are the master of your own learning. Enjoy it!
