Using Q-methodology to Better Understand Student Learning Styles

Abstract

This article presents the results of a study using Q-methodology to identify and compare different learning styles between video production and media studies undergraduate courses. Three groups emerged from the video production course compared to four groups from a previous study. These two sets of groups were compared. Results demonstrate distinctions and similarities between the different learning styles that emerged from the two types of courses. The article concludes that the use of Q-methodology can deepen understanding of students’ learning preferences and improve instruction through more balanced and learner-focused curricular approaches.

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Q-methodology education student-centred learning learning styles practice–theory divide

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