Kolb Learning Styles
Purpose
Design learning that engages all four stages of the cycle
How to Use
1. Administer the Kolb Learning Style Inventory (paper questionnaire in folder). 2. Score to reveal dominant learning style: Diverging (feel/watch), Assimilating (think/watch), Converging (think/do), Accommodating (feel/do). 3. Explain the learning cycle: Concrete Experience → Reflective Observation → Abstract Conceptualisation → Active Experimentation. 4. Help participants identify which stages of the cycle they underuse. 5. Design learning activities that strengthen the less preferred stages.
Created by David Kolb
When to Use
This tool is suited to the following coaching and facilitation contexts:
| Context | Relevant |
|---|---|
| Individual Coaching | |
| Team Coaching | |
| Leadership Development | |
| Facilitation / Workshop | |
| Online / Virtual |