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E. The Importance of Language

Language is important for the increased ability to deal with abstract
concepts. Bruner argues that language can code stimuli and free an

individual from the constraints of dealing only with appearances, to provide

a more complex yet flexible cognition

F. Educational Implications

For Bruner (1961), the purpose of education is not to impart
knowledge, but instead to facilitate a child's thinking and problem solving

skills which can then be transferred to a range of situations. Specifically,
education should also develop symbolic thinking in children.

G. Characteristics of Children Learning Style

a. Auditory of Language Learner
These types learn through listening to what others have to say and

talking about what they‘re learning. They‘re also more likely to:

1. remember information by talking aloud

2. need to have things explained orally
3. may have trouble with written instructions

4. talk to themselves while learning something new
5. enjoy discussion groups over working alone.

Worth noting: auditory learners might look like they ‘re not paying

attention when you talk to them, but their listening skills are more developed
than their visual skills.

b. Visual of Language Learners

As their name suggests, these people learn through watching. It ‘s
believed to be the most dominant learning style and many traditional

classrooms are geared towards the visual learner. For their learning to make

sense they need to be able to see, visualize and illustrate their knowledge
skills and concepts.

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