BACKGROUND:
Everyone learns in their own way; some people retain information best when they see it, hear it or apply it in practice. These differences result from different cognitive, perceptual and learning styles that influence how we absorb, process, use and retain information.

OBJECTIVES:
Main aim was to investigate midwifery students' learning styles, since it can have an impact on their academic performance.

METHODS:
We performed an online survey among all midwifery students in generation 2024-2025 (N=77). Ethical permission was obtained from the Faculty. The participation of students was voluntary and confidentiality was assured to them.

RESULTS:
Visual learning style predominated among 1st and 2nd year midwifery students, while in the group of 3rd year students the kinesthetic (physical) learning style was more common. Most students prefered learning through reading and writing notes (46%) and studying printed materials (50%) prepared by the professor. The least preferred learning methods were discussions, group work, and projects as seminar work. The estimated amount of time spent for learning decreased in each year of the study (first-year students studied on average 1 to 4 hours per day, second- and third- year students studied 1 to 2 hours per day). Practical experiences become more important with each year of the study.

CONCLUSIONS:
Understanding that learning styles of students vary is crucial when developing different approaches in midwifery education. Developing materials and explanations should be adapted for different learning styles.

KEY MESSAGE:
For enhancing motivation for study, midwifery teachers need to know how to adapt study contents to different learning styles of students. With such approach the academic success of the students can be raised and the knowledge and skills better absolved. Poster session 3 (Group B)