Left Brain Students

Are you very organized? Do you believe that there is a right way and a wrong way to do everything? If so, you may be left-brain dominant.

Characteristics of Left Brain Students

• You probably work with a To-Do list
  
• You like to be the critic in class
  
• You're good at math or science
  
• You are rational and logical
  
• Your research is precise and well-documented
  
• You set goals for yourself
  
• You can interpret information well
  
• Your room is orderly
  
• You can answer questions spontaneously
  
• You follow directions and you do read directions (unlike some people)
  
• You aren't touchy-feely
  
• You can listen to a long lecture without losing patience
  
• You don’t let feelings get in your way
  
• You like action movies
  
• You read sitting up
  
• Your words are precise

Your Classes

• In history class, you are able to remember dates and processes.
  
• In math class, you enjoy going through a long calculation.
  
• You like the order of science.
  
• In English class, you have a good understanding of grammar and sentence structure.

Advice for Left Brain Students

• Study in a quiet room
  
• You can do math but get impatient trying to explain it to someone who struggles—so don’t volunteer to be a tutor unless you know you have the patience
  
• You like to lead in a study group, so go ahead and volunteer
  
• Join a debate team or academic competition
  
• Try to excel at the science fair. You can be a winner
  
• Take advantage of your skills in math and science
  
• Choose non-fiction reading
  
• You prefer factual questions and assignments, as opposed to open-ended questions
  
• You can organize your notes well, so you should
  
• Keep your room organized
  
• Don’t argue with the teacher too much
  
• Choose to do analytical essays
  
• Work alone when you have a choice. You get frustrated with others who “clown around”
  
• Avoid “free thinking” teachers if they confuse you
  
• Take more risks. Don’t be afraid to be creative

You might be a finalist on Jeopardy some day!

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