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Oct 2023
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Are learning styles real?

Melissa and Jam, Bleav
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#171What ways do you like to learn? Have you ever thought that you're more of a visual learner? Or what about an auditory learner? Why do you think that? What if we told you that whatever way you prefer to learn, might not actually make a notable difference in your learning. It's a touchy topic with some spicy science. Let's get into it!References from this ... Show More
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