Learner
Characteristics
"ÒLearner characteristics are those facets of the learnerÕs
experiential background
that impact the effectiveness of a learning processÓ (Seels &
Richey, 1994, p. 32).
"Learner
characteristics impact specific components of instruction during the selection and
implementation of instructional strategies.
"For example,
motivation research influences the selection and implementation of
instructional strategies based upon identified learner characteristics.
"Learner
characteristics interact with instructional strategies, the learning situation, and the
nature of the content.