The relationship between cognitive spontaneity and learning style was investigated (N = 157; 23 women, 133 men). Kolb's experiential learning theory was employed. Scores on cognitive spontaneity correlated positively with those on a measure of learning style which emphasizes active experimentation over reflective observation. The 44 respondents classified as Accommodators reported significantly higher scores on cognitive spontaneity than the 34 respondents classified as Assimilators.
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