Learner Inventory and Giamatti

My results to the learner Inventory suggested that I have a multimodal (RK) learning preference. I like to read/write to understand, but I also have a kinesthetic learning preference and like to see how things are supposed to be done through action. The results seem to be accurate and fit my learning preferences. I like to see the information that is to be learned in black and white. Whether that is simply lists and notes of all the information, I like to have what I need to learn in access to me. At the same time, I like to be able see the action of how things are done, so models and the display of processes help me to learn as well.

Ways to help me use these learning strategies include writing the words and notes over and over, as well as continuously reading my notes so that I can put the information into the memory. It is also stated that I can convert charts and principals into words that I understand as to better memorize that information too. As for kinesthetic learning, I simply need to do things with my own two hands in order to better understand certain processes.

As for Giamatti's writing on liberal learning...

...Giamatti defines liberal learning as the attitude of the mind toward knowledge that the mind explores and creates. He goes on to explain that a liberal education occurs as you pursue knowledge because you are motivated. Lastly, liberal learning is the thinking and learning of the traditions in our heritage. This idea embraces all subject areas and that growth in thought increases pleasure, breadth, and value of life.

...Giamatti's idea does seem to fit Wartburg's mission and plan for Essential Education. The purpose in the plan is to supply students with classes that explore many different areas of culture and allow for expansion in thought from many different perspectives. I feel that by getting a liberal education at Wartburg College a student can find their true calling and will be able to better understand society at all its levels .