Foundational Personality Trait Models | Origin: EL117
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Understanding Online Instructors’ and Learners’ Personality Traits --> Foundational Personality Trait Models
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Reviewing personality assessments in this class was very beneficial. I’ve used similar tools with my pharmacy students to help them better understand their communication styles and how they work with others in a fast-paced pharmacy setting. In pharmacy practice, effective communication and empathy are just as important as technical accuracy, especially when working with patients, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals.
I view these assessments not as labels, but as tools for reflection and growth. They encourage conversations about teamwork, emotional intelligence, and professional relationships, and have been one of the most effective ways I’ve supported the development of essential soft skills in my pharmacy students.
It was great to review the various personality assessments in this class. I’ve been using personality assessments with my medical assisting students, and it’s really helped them understand not only themselves but also how to connect better with others. In healthcare, communication and empathy are just as important as clinical skills, and I’ve noticed that when students start recognizing their own communication styles—and how those differ from their classmates—they become more aware and adaptable in group settings.
What’s interesting is how this awareness carries over into their patient interactions. When they understand that people respond differently to stress, instruction, or care depending on personality, they approach patients with more patience and sensitivity. It also helps break down misunderstandings in class or clinical environments before they become bigger issues.
I see these assessments not as labels, but as starting points for reflection and growth. They open doors to great conversations about teamwork, emotional intelligence, and professional relationships. I encourage others to use personality or communication style tools to build these soft skills in their students—it’s whats worked best for me.
This is why we have to have so many different ways to present the information because there are many different ways that students see and understand information.
I have seen some of these peronality traits in the past. I wish there was more time in my class to do one of these tests with my students. then I might be able to taylor some of my lessons to the majority of the students according to their traits.
I have learned that there are so many different types which is helpful to learn each one
As a certified trainer of the enneagram personality spectrum, I am always interested in categorizing human behavior and coping strategies. Many of the categories intersect between the two systems. I am excited to see how these traits translate in the classroom and online setting.
Everyone is going to have different personalities and characteristics. We need to reach all personalities and learning styles.
I am finding this course to be very interesting. Understanding how certain personality traits align is very interesting.
Although all assessments may give us a glimpse into a student's personality or temperament, applying that knowledge to a course site is the challenge, especially if the class is large. I do think this knowledge would also be helpful when working with students one on one.
Psychology can play a crucial role in achieving successful outcomes for both students and instructors.
The various personality assessments allow people to discern their strengths and help them identify what environments they may excel in. As an educator, it helps me identify what types of assignments will come easy to certain students, and where certain students may need additional support
I learned that I am a INFJ and Blue
I really loved learning about the various components and various types of personality that make up one's psyche. I can see how these factors within one's personality can play a major role in the type of learner they are, how to optimize teaching, and how to best engage them in the classroom.
Comment on Dean Cutler's post: It can also help to understand that we need to include different stimulus and cater for more than one type of student
As a teacher, these theories may provide extra insight into the students, their strengths and challenges. I might also include one of the personality traits test into the course syllabus.
Hippocrates' thoughts on phlegm, heart, lung, bile, and kidney functions were used to assess an individual's personality and traits.
I've learned that foundational personality trait models are frameworks used to understand and categorize human personality. These models are based on research that identifies key traits believed to describe individual differences in behavior, thoughts, and emotions.
I learned about the historical evolution of personality trait theories, starting with Hippocrates' four temperaments, through Carl Jung's psychological functions, and culminating in modern personality assessments like the MBTI and True Colors. Each system highlights how personality traits influence behavior and interactions in personal and professional settings. I intend to apply this knowledge to better understand my own strengths, challenges, and interpersonal dynamics. This insight will help me communicate more effectively, collaborate in teams, and adapt my approach to different personality types in various situations.
In a small class, you can adjust to the personality traits of the individual, but in larger classes, you will not be able to reach everyone, so you may have to assess the majority of the learners. even though a lot of the "style" ideas have been proven to be more placibo effect than anything else. There is still some relevance.
