RULE-BASED METHOD FOR MODELING INDIVIDUAL LEARNING STYLES

A method is disclosed for automatically gathering information from an individual and using the information to model that individual's learning style. The method is preferably embodied in a programmable computer having a display, a processor, a variety of output devices and a variety of input devices. The display and the output devices communicate inquiries to the individual in a variety of forms, including both visual communications and non-visual communications, and the individual may select whether he/she prefers to receive communications in a visual or non-visual format. The input devices receive the individual's responses to the inquiries via a variety of media, including keyboards, point-and-click devices or speech recognition devices, and the individual may select any of the available media to input his/her responses. The processor gathers the individual' responses, along with information on the individual's preferences for how he/she receives communications and provides inputs, and uses the aforementioned information to generate a learning style profile and/or a learning style profile report, said learning style report including suggestions for enhancing the individual's learning.