"It Was Always the Pictures..."

If there have been many studies done about the importance of incorporating visuals into teachers curriculum, why aren't more visuals used in lectures? even college?

I found this article to be extremely intriguing.  Author, Paula Kluth has opened my eyes to more effective strategies to use in order to meet the needs of a wider range of learners.  It is important to expand the strategies used in the classroom so that every student has the opportunity to succeed.  She talked about how many learners with disabilities learn best when they have an image of what they are learning.  By looking at pictures, the learner is able to think of more ideas in their heard.  Also, the pictures help the learner understand the content. 

There are many different visuals that I could use in my classroom.  These include handouts, movies, illustrated books, powerpoint presentations, charts and more.  Each of these methods can be used for any content whether its science or math.  I agree with Kluth that the best way to understand and remember content is when the students can see it visually.  It is important for teachers to know that all of these strategies talked about in the article enhance the learning of all students in the classroom, not just those with identified needs.  

I really enjoyed reading this article because I felt that I could connect to the visual learners in many ways.  Throughout my education experience, I have always learned best visually.  I always needed to see something on paper.  Pictures, charts, and presentations were extremely helpful. I struggle during lectures because I have a hard time seeing what content is important.  I believe that it is necessary to incorporate visuals into your lessons.  All students deserve the opportunity to succeed in their education.  In order to do this, we must set up students for success.