#Green Teaching and Learning Style#

Green Teaching Style	Green Student Learning Needs
Lecture/dialogue Explanation Theory Critical analysis Exploration Independent thinking Skepticism Expects motivation based on interest Values student autonomy Emphasizes personal responsibility Disciplines through guidance/suggestion Uses natural consequences Reluctant to enforce structure	Understanding of cause and effect Exposure to concept/ideas Time for thought Freedom to doubt/question Teacher patience Time to answer questions Independent learning challenges Relevance Recognition of capabilities Minimum repetition/redundancy Reality checks and timelines Minimum forced intimacy or participation Rational discipline Natural consequences

#Orange Teaching and Learning Style#

Orange Teaching Style	Orange Student Learning Needs
Spontaneous Free-flowing structure Relevant Here and now Applied Concrete Immediate Hands-on Action Variety Novelty Challenge Upbeat competition Humor and fun Situational discipline Control through personal power	Competition Immediacy Application of learning Skills over knowledge Action over talking/listening Movement over sitting Learning by doing Discovery Variety of experience Camaraderie Firm, respectful, consistent, discipline External structure

#Blue Teaching and Learning Style#

Blue Teaching Style	Blue Student Learning Needs
High participation Personal encouragement Emotional Safety Affection Physical contact Emphasis on the positive Individualized learning Variety Creativity Inspiration and aspiration Cooperation over competition Expects motivation through understanding Emphasis on fairness	Emotional safety Harmonious relationship Personal encouragement and recognition Openness and interaction Group learning in a safe atmosphere Minimum conflict Inspiration, exploration, creativity Personal expression External challenge/ structure Conceptual/global/learning Personal fairness Discipline based on understanding/inclusion

#Gold Teaching and Learning Style#

Gold Teaching Style	Gold Student Learning Needs
Strong work ethic Clear routine Lots of structure Repetition and practice Well-organized activities Traditional learning content Emphasis on appearances and propriety Detailed, tried-and true lesson plans Demand for student accountability Use of text, precedents, references Strict and firm discipline	Order and structure Clear expectations and directions Goals and action sequences Specific content Repetition and practice Learning from the foundation up Freedom from mess and confusion Responsibility and authority Visible recognition and rewards Consistent discipline Justice based on rules and authority

::Green Parents::

Green Parent Strengths	Green Parent Challenges
Logical Objective Emotionally calm Uses guidance and influence Uses information Uses parenting methods Gives reasons Thinks things through Pays attention to cause/effect Uses independent judgment Values growth Encourage development Proud of accomplishments Intellectually stimulating Sets high intellectual standards Uses natural consequences	Exercising authority Enforcing limits and boundaries Making firm decisions Avoiding too much lecturing Avoiding sarcasm and withdrawal Dealing with illogic Dealing with rebellion Communicating feelings Handling others; emotions Noise and distraction Confusion and conflict Handling details, time pressure Social participation

::Orange Parents::

Oranges Parent Strengths	Oranges Parent Challenges
Optimistic Flexible Direct Accepting Loves change Adventurous Relaxed Casual Nonjudgmental Friendly Engaged Emotionally strong Here and now Hands on Playful and hardworking Expects obedience	Being consistent Exercising authority Planning and organizing Handling time and scheduled Attending to duties Putting work before play Encouraging neatness Being emotionally sensitive Being serious Being intellectual Being patient Handling quick anger

::Blue Parents

Blue Parent Strengths	Blue Parent Challenges
Nurturing Devoted Emotionally sensitive Value closeness Values persons Good communication Supports potential Encourage self-expression Harmonious in relationships Builds family cohesion Flexible Democratic Disciplines through caring Warm Enthusiastic Spiritual Noncompetitive	Exercising authority Setting limits and boundaries Dealing with conflict Dealing with loss Saying good-bye Handling rejection Being disliked or criticized Being consistent Being objective Putting need before wants Putting business before feelings