Applying learning styles theory in Egyptian design studio : review, critique and validationexploratory study

Abstract EN

This study was applied to the undergraduate class sophomore level (Level III) architecture students of the Canadian International College, El Sheikh Zayed Campus, Giza; Cairo (CIC) during the spring/fall 2018.

The study aims are:  (1) A review of the theory of different types of education, and,  (2) Validate the application of this theory in the Egyptian design studio.

The aims of the study are reached via reviewing the theories of learning styles, moreover, distributing questionnaires as a survey of students to ask for their opinion on this experiment and the significant impact that they have had on their architectural learning achievement.

Consideration will be given to the diversity of learning styles in all classes to the extent that faculty members are familiar with learning methods.

In general, this study will not separate students into groups of learning styles.

In addition, the study will also include workshops for tutors to guide them on different learning styles and how to deal with the diverse attitudes of teaching and evaluation they may encounter in different architectural critiques.

Based on the findings of this study, it will be determined whether this pedagogical methodology should be applied to all architectural juniors or senior student.

The results show that, the students responded positively to the importance of applying the theory in the design studio in Egypt.