Understanding How I Learn
What is a learning style?
The way someone learns best—like by seeing, hearing, or doing.
What person can help you understand your daily tasks and give you instructions at work.
Your supervisor.
What is make eye contact?
When someone is talking, you should do this with your eyes to show you’re paying attention.
What is identify the problem?
The first step in solving a problem is to do this.
How do coping skills help?
They help face situations, take action, be flexible and persistent in solving problems.
What is a visual learner?
Someone who learns best by watching videos, looking at pictures, or reading charts.
Who is my job coach or support staff?
The person that can help if you’re feeling overwhelmed or unsure how to start a task, this person can guide you step-by-step.
What is stay quiet or listen?
This is what you do with your mouth when someone else is speaking.
Who is a staff member or supervisor?
When you’re stuck, this is a good person to talk to for help thinking through a solution.
What are the five coping skills?
Deep breathing, talking to someone, going for a walk, listening to music, counting.
What is an auditory learner?
Someone who remembers things better when they hear them, like in songs or spoken directions.
Who is my case manager or program coordinator?
The person that can help when you need help with transportation or scheduling, this person can help you make a plan.
What is giving feedback or showing you’re listening?
Nodding your head and saying “I understand” are examples of this.
What are options or ideas?
Before choosing a solution, it’s helpful to think of more than one of these.
What are five reasons we use them?
Frustrated, stressed, angry, overwhelmed, anxious
What is a kinesthetic (or hands-on) learner?
Someone who learns best by using their hands, moving around, or doing activities.
Who is my supervisor or team leader?
If you’re having trouble getting along with a coworker or need help solving a problem, you can talk to this person.
What is ask a question or repeat what you heard?
If you don’t understand something, you can do this to make sure you heard it right.
What is a different solution or plan?
If your first solution doesn’t work, you should try this.
What are coping skills?
The methods a person uses to deal with stressful situations.
What is using a learning strategy?
Something I can do to help myself learn better, like taking breaks, asking for help, or using tools like checklists.
Who is any trusted staff member?
When you’re not sure who to ask for help, this person can point you in the right direction.
What is active listening?
This skill helps you follow directions, work safely, and be a good team member.
What is independence or confidence?
Solving problems at work helps you build this important skill.
When do you use your coping skills?
When you feel like you need to.