Are cognitive styles still in style?

Are cognitive styles still in style ? The authors assert that they are and, indeed, that they may provide as promising an inroad to predicting school and other kinds of performance as do abilities. First, the authors introduce the concept of cognitive styles and discuss why they have piqued the interest of psychologists for many years and continue to do so. Second, 3 motivations for theory and research on cognitive styles are described. Third, some of the principal literature on cognitive styles is briefly reviewed. Fourth, the authors present their own theory and research, suggesting it may present a particularly promising approach. Finally they draw some conclusions about styles and make some suggestions regarding profitable directions for future theory and research.