Learning Styles Survey Beverly Garcia

Name ________________________________________

This survey can help you identify the ways you learn best. You will also learn study tips for your learning style. This can
help you study better. And that can help you learn more at school and at work.

# ITEM OFTEN SOMETIMES NOT OFTEN

5 points 3 points 1 point

3 I like to write things down or take notes to help me remember information. X

4 I like to use tools and play games to help me remember information. X
5 I need someone to explain graphs and charts to help me remember information. X
6 I like making things and working with my hands.
X
7 I am good at making graphs and charts.
X
9 I remember best by writing things down many times.
X
10 I can understand and follow directions on maps.
X
11 I can learn a lot from listening to audio or video recordings.
X
12 I like to play with my pencil, coins, cell phone, or stuff in my bag. X
13 I learn to spell best by repeating the words out loud. X
15 I chew gum or eat snacks while studying. X
16 I think the best way to learn is to picture it in your head.
X
18 I like to listen to information from a teacher instead of reading it in a book.
X
19 I am good at solving puzzles and mazes. X
21 I like to listen to news on the radio or internet instead of reading it. X
22 I enjoy doing research by reading information. X
23 I am comfortable shaking people’s hands and giving hugs. X
24 I follow directions better when they are told to me instead of on a piece of paper. X

Add points for Questions 5, 11, 13, 18, 21, 24 22 = Auditory Points
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Add points for Questions 3, 7, 10, 16, 19, 22 20 = Visual Points

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Add points for Questions 4, 6, 9, 12, 15, 23 18 = Tactile Points

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Circle the highest score.

That is probably your preferred learning style.

Page 1 adapted from Learning Styles Inventory by Brett Bixler, which is licensed under a CC BY-NC-SA license..
Page 2 adapted from Indigo Eriksen, Blue Ridge Community College, via LumenLearning.com, which is licensed under a CC BY-NC-SA license.
What is a learning style?
A learning style is the way that you like to receive information. Today, we are talking about three types: auditory (sound);
visual (sight); or tactile (touch). Good students use more than one strategy. However, we usually prefer one. Do you?

Are you an auditory learner? You understand ideas best when you can hear them. Examples: teacher presentations,
videos, songs, and discussions.

STRATEGIES FOR AUDITORY LEARNERS

Ask your instructor if you can use your phone to record what they say in class
Talk through your ideas with other students when studying or when preparing for a writing assignment.
Read aloud from your textbook or notes when you study
Check YouTube for audio or video recordings of information about your topic
In your group, think of at least two more suggestions:

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Are you a visual learner? You understand ideas best when you can see them. Examples: charts, graphs, diagrams and
pictures.

STRATEGIES FOR VISUAL LEARNERS

Draw pictures or graphs with your notes. Use arrows, shapes, and icons.
Use a graphic organizer to collect information.
Use different colored highlighters or pens.
Ask your instructor if you can take a picture of slides or writing on the whiteboards
In your group, think of at least two more suggestions:

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Are you a tactile learner? You understand ideas best when you can use your hands. Examples: making posters or
models, playing games, and moving around the classroom.

STRATEGIES FOR TACTILE LEARNERS

When you read or study, do things that keep your hands busy, such as highlighting or taking notes.
Use study aids, such as flash cards -- things that you can pick up and move around.
Use post-its to take notes because you can move them around.
Take breaks during studying to stand, stretch, or move around.
In your group, think of at least two more suggestions:

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Page 1 adapted from Learning Styles Inventory by Brett Bixler, which is licensed under a CC BY-NC-SA license..
Page 2 adapted from Indigo Eriksen, Blue Ridge Community College, via LumenLearning.com, which is licensed under a CC BY-NC-SA license.