???LEARNING STYLES ASSESSMENT???
This is your 3rd assignment and is due no later then midnight on Sunday February 3rd, 2008. It is 5% of your grade.
Read each statement and select the appropriate number response as it applies to you
OFTEN (3) SOMETIMES (2) NEVER (1)
VISUAL
_____ I remember information better if I write it down.
_____ Looking at the person helps keep me focused.
_____ I need a quiet place to get my work done.
_____ When I take a test, I can see the textbook page in my head.
_____ I need to write down directions, not just take them verbally.
_____ Music or background noise distracts my attention from the task at hand.
_____ I don't always get the meaning of a joke.
_____ I doodle and draw pictures on the margins of my notebook pages.
_____ I have trouble following lectures.
_____ I react very strongly to colors.
AUDITORY
_____ My papers and notebooks always seem messy
_____ When I read, I need to use my index finger to track my place on the line
_____ I do not follow written directions well.
_____ If I hear something, I will remember it.
_____ Writing has always been difficult for me.
_____ I often misread words from the text...like "them" for "then"
_____ I would rather listen and learn than read and learn.
_____ I'm not very good at interpreting an individual's body language.
_____ Pages with small print or poor quality copies are difficult for me to read.
_____ My eyes tire quickly, even though my vision check-up is always fine.
KINESTHETIC/TACTILE
_____ I start a project before reading the directions.
_____ I hate to sit at a desk for long periods of time.
_____ I prefer first to see something done and then do it myself.
_____ I use the trial and error approach to problem-solving.
_____ I like to read my textbook while riding an exercise bike.
_____ I take frequent study breaks.
_____ I have a difficult time giving step-by-step directions.
_____ I enjoy sports and do well at several different types of sports.
_____ I use my hands when describing things.
_____ I have to rewrite or type my class notes to reinforce material.
Total the score for each section and email me your SCORE for each section.
A score of 21 points or more in one area indicates a strength in that area. The highest of the three scores indicates the most efficient method of information intake, while the second highest score provides a boost to the primary strength.
For example, if you scored high in the visual category, you would benefit from looking at the text, videos, charts, graphs, pictures, etc.... An auditory learner would benefit from audio tapes and lectures, while a kinesthetic/tactile learner benefits from rewriting notes.
I will post some links on learning styles study hints later in the semester. Watch for these.