NCR, India Vaking Up! - Andragogical Recommendations

Abstract

Quite a lot of research has been conducted on learning styles. This includes introduction of the concept of different learning styles as well as their application in various fields. Surprisingly, not much research has taken place on learning styles of students in the field of engineering and management and that too, in India. This research paper addresses this gap. A study was conducted on learning styles of students in private Universities and institutions of NCR imparting engineering and management education. It was also observed that though faculty and students associated with these institutions have a fair idea about learning styles however they are unaware of their own learning styles. Self-awareness on learning styles will act like a guiding torch. When students find difficulty in understanding any topic, they may request the faculty to switch to a teaching style that caters to their learning style. This will maximize the outcome of teaching-learning process. This research paper makes use of VAK inventory developed by Alan Chapman. Reliability of this questionnaire was established using Croanbach Alpha.