Rethinking and Reframing Learning Styles
Abstract
Learning styles feel right—but do not work as advertised. We urge educators to rethink how students learn best, replacing the seductive myth with a stronger foundation: intentional, multimodal strategies that support deep mathematical understanding for every learner, not just those with a labeled preference.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Learning Styles and Cognitive Differences
Neuroscience
Education and Cognitive Function
Mathematics Education and Teaching Techniques
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Mathematics Teacher Learning and Teaching PK-12
- Volume
- 119
- Issue
- 2
- Pages
- E1–E3
- Publication date
- 1 February 2026