INTROVERT STUDENTS

INTROVERT STUDENTS

1. Learning styles of introverts

   • Introverted students prefer working on their own
   • learning style of introverts is "reflective".
   • According to Mecchia (2017), the introvert students :
     • prefer to work on their own,
     • Prefer to be allowed to observe
     • Get uncomfortable when they are called out or pressured to answer or speak publicly
     • Need to participate in class in a meaningful manner; if not, they will become rather absent minded
     • Are influenced by different changes of pace and this requires a lot of readjustment time for them

2. Lessons fit to introverts

   • Encourage asynchronous communication such as writing
     • Gives them the chance to have a private space to express their thoughts and ideas in their own way
   • Asking the student to respond rather than waiting for him to raise his hand.
     • Such as the teacher can do the rotation
     • With this rotation, all students will take part in the activities in a certain sequence.
     • This will encourage introvert students to be actively involved in the classroom
   • Using certain applications that could provide students with the chance to contribute to in-class discussions
     • Can also help class engagement and class participation for introverts
     • Brings less pressure and can be done individually.
     • Example : online activity via Moodle or Kahoot
   • Group assignments that work for introverts
     • Introvert student may perform in small group
     • They will perform well if every members know their own role in groups.
     • Giving a different role to each member is an important element in this activity because otherwise, the introvert will be dominated by the strong and expressive extroverts in the group.
     • Introverts can help by taking notes, giving ideas
   • Speaking and presenting in class
     • One common thing introvert students have is being uncomfortable and anxious when called upon in class.
     • Public speaking is simply not their strong suit, especially full-class discussions can switch their attention and focus
     • Making changes in the way group assignments and presenting in class can bring introverts and extroverts closer together and encourage them to shine in their own unique way.
     • Teachers must do the presenting activities in groupping
   • Another useful strategy is the “think-pair-share”
     • When the teacher ask a question, they can discuss with their partner.
     • In this way, they only have to share their answers with their partner, rather than the whole class.
     • They will not be ashamed to give their opinions and answers

3. Conclussion

   • Teachers must accept introvert students like other normal student so that they do not feel neglected and unappreciated
   • Effort of using appropriate mechanisms can help introverts feel appreciated in the classroom