Modes of Operation
Planned: describes a more structured way of operating within the world.
Students who favor a planned approach…
- Start projects when they are assigned
- Have a sincere need to see things brought to closure
- Find comfort in everyone doing what they are supposed to do
Things you can do to honor this preference:
- Understand how much they value clear instructions and having time to prepare
Spontaneous: describes a more “see what comes” way of operating within the world.
Students who favor a spontaneous approach…
- May not show progress on a project until the last minute
- Have a sincere need to keep their options open
- Find that a sense of urgency will stimulate effective thinking
Things you can do to honor this preference:
- Help them identify a realistic “last possible minute” to start a project