DISCOVER YOUR PREFERRED LEARNING STYLE

This questionnaire will help you discover what kind of learner you are.

Read each row and click the ONE option that is most like you.

I prefer lessons where we can discuss things.

I prefer lessons where there is something to look at (like a picture, chart, diagram or video) or something to draw.

I prefer lessons where we can do something practical � or at least move around.

I often fiddle with things in class (a pen, paper clip or rubber band.)

I often sing or hum to myself in class.

I often doodle in class.

When learning a new skill, I prefer to just get on with it.

When learning a new skill, I prefer someone to explain to me how to do it.

When learning a new skill, I prefer to watch someone else show me how to do it.

When the adverts come on the telly � I like to watch them.

When the adverts come on the telly � I get up and do something.

When the adverts come on the telly � I like to sing along with them.

I would prefer to listen to a story.

I would prefer to see a comic strip of a story.

I would prefer to act out a story.

I am good at learning physical skills.

I have a good memory for people�s names.

I have a good memory for faces.

I prefer teachers who use diagrams to show us things.

I prefer teachers who get us to do something.

I prefer teachers who explain things to us.

If I get in trouble in class, it�s for talking.

If I get in trouble in class, it�s for drawing on the desk or all over my books.

If I get in trouble in class it�s for fidgeting.

On a long journey I like to look at the scenery or read a book.

On a long journey I can�t wait until we stop so I can walk around.

On a long journey I like to listen to music or talk to the other travellers.

I use my hands a lot when I am talking.

When I am discussing something, I sometimes use words my friends don�t know.

When I am discussing something, I like to doodle.

If I could be famous, I would be a sports-person (or dancer).

If I could be famous, I would be a film-star.

If I could be famous, I would be a singer.

I would rather go outside and play.

I would rather watch my favourite TV programme.

I would rather listen to my favourite music.

I get distracted in class if I can see something outside the window.

I get distracted in class if I can hear something happening outside.

I lose concentration if I have to sit still for a long time.

I am good at drawing.

I am good at making things.

I am a good listener.

Out of these 3 jobs - I would prefer to be a radio DJ (or presenter)

Out of these 3 jobs - I would prefer to be a mechanic.

Out of these 3 jobs - I would prefer to be an artist (or designer).

In my spare time I would prefer to do something physical, such as sport or dancing.

In my spare time I would prefer to watch TV or a video.

In my spare time I would prefer to listen to music or chat with friends.

The type of puzzle I would prefer is "Spot the difference".

The type of puzzle I would prefer is "Name that tune".

The type of puzzle I would prefer is "Rubik's cube".

If I needed to build a Lego model, I would get someone to explain how or to read the instructions to me.

If I needed to build a Lego model, I would try to work out which bits fit together.

If I needed to build a Lego model, I would follow the diagram or the picture on the packet.

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When you have clicked one option in each row, count up how many buttons of each colour you scored.

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If you scored mainly buttons, you are a VISUAL learner.

If you scored mainly buttons, you are an AUDITORY learner.

If you scored mainly buttons, you are a KINAESTHETIC learner.

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