---

 

---

 

Learner Characteristics

Created by:

Mr. Kevin Kelly
Assistant Director
Center for the Enhancement of Teaching
San Francisco State University

Objectives

Upon completion of this module, you will be able to:

• discuss the following student characteristics that affect learning:
  • relevant personal information
  • learning styles and preferences
  • prior education or work experience in the field
  • prior knowledge specific to current course content
  • expectations of course outcomes
  • motivation for taking the course
• collect and analyze data about student characteristics
• plan or modify learning activities to accommodate diverse student needs