Unravelling the Relationship Between Personality Traits and Learning Styles: Implications for Personalized Educational Strategies

Abstract

This study investigates the correlation between personality traits and learning styles among university students, with the aim of identifying patterns that can enhance personalized educational strategies. Drawing on the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) framework and VARK (Visual, Auditory, Reading/Writing, Kinesthetic) learning styles, the study analyzes data from 77 students to understand how their personalities align with specific learning preferences. Findings reveal a predominance of visual learners and highlight recurring personality types such as INFJ (Advocate) and ENTJ (Commander). The analysis emphasizes the need for diversified teaching approaches to foster engagement and learning outcomes across different learner profiles. This research not only fills the existing gap in educational psychology but also offers actionable recommendations for educators, providing a foundation for future studies on personalized learning environments.