Learning Styles Assessment

Read each sentence carefully and think about how it applies to you. On each line, enter the number that best describes your reaction to each sentence

5 - Almost Always
4 - Often
3 - Sometimes
2 - Rarely
1 - Never

I can remember something better if I write it down.
When reading, I listen to the words in my head.
I need to discuss things to understand them better.
I don't like to read or listen to directions; I'd rather just start doing.
I'm able to visualize pictures in my head.
I can study better when music is playing.
I need frequent breaks when studying.
I think better when I have the freedom to move around; studying at a desk is not for me.
I take lots of notes on what I read and hear.
It helps me to LOOK at a person speaking. It keeps me focused.
It's hard for me to understand what a person is saying when there is background noise.
I prefer having someone to tell me how to do something rather than having to read the directions myself.
I prefer hearing a lecture or tape rather than reading a textbook.
When I can't think of a specific word, I use my hands a lot and call something a "what-cha-ma-call-it" or "thing-a-ma-jig."
I can easily follow a speaker even if my head is down or I'm staring out the window.
It's easier for me to get work done in a quiet place.
It's easy for me to understand maps, charts and graphs.
When beginning an article or book, I prefer to take a peek at the ending.
I remember what people say better than what they look like.
I remember things better if I study aloud with someone.
I take notes, but I never go back and read them.
When I am concentrating on reading or writing, the radio bothers me.
It's hard for me to picture things in my head.
I find it helpful to talk through my homework assignments.
My notebook and desk may look messy, but I know where things are.
When taking a test, I can "see" the textbook page and the correct answer on it.
I cannot remember a joke long enough to tell it later.
When learning something new, I prefer to listen to information about it, then read it, then do it.
I like to complete one task before starting another.
I use my fingers to count and I move my lips when I read.
I dislike proofreading my work.
When I am trying to remember something new (like a telephone number), it helps me to form a picture of it in my head.
For extra credit, I would prefer to do a report on tape rather than write it.
I daydream in class.
For extra credit, I would rather create a project than write a report.
When I get a great idea, I must write it down immediately or I'll forget it.

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