Circle the statement that best describes how you would respond in each of the situations described.

You can circle more than one statement if it is applicable to you. There are no RIGHT answers-so just be honest!
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When operating new equipment for the first time I When seeking directions I To teach someone something I

VAK LEARNING STYLES ASSESSMENT

read the instructions

listen to or ask for an explanation

learn by 'trial and error'

look at a map

ask for spoken directions explain verbally

follow my nose or maybe use a compass demonstrate and let them try "I know how you feel"

write instructions

I tend to say

"I see what you mean" museums or galleries read the brochures

"I hear what you are saying" music or conversation

I prefer these leisure activities: When choosing a vacation spot I When learning a new skill

physical activities or making things imagine the experience

listen to recommendations I talk through the steps with the teacher discuss the problem and possible solutions in my head saying them aloud or repeating words and key points in my head being spoken to

I watch what the teacher is doing focus on the words or pictures in front of me writing notes or keeping printed details looking at something visualize the worst-case scenarios how they look

I like to give it a try and work it out as I go along move around a lot, fiddle with pens and pencils

When concentrating I

I remember things best by

doing and practicing the activity, or imagining it being done doing something

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My first memory is of

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When anxious, I

talk over in my head what worries me most

can't sit still, fiddle and move around constantly

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I feel especially connected to others because of

what they say to me

how they make me feel

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When I review for an exam, I

write lots of revision notes (using lots of colors!) show them what I mean

I talk over my notes, to myself or to other people

imagine making the movement or creating the formula

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When explaining something to someone, I tend to

explain to them in different ways until they understand

encourage them to try and talk them through the idea as they try

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My main interests are

photography or watching films, or people-watching watching television

listening to music, listening to the radio or talking to friends talking to friends

physical/sports activities, eating fine foods or dancing doing physical activity or making things

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Most of my free time is spent

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When I first contact a new person I first notice how people

I arrange a face to face meeting look and dress

I talk to them on the telephone sound and speak

I try to get together to share an activity stand and move

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If I am very angry

I keep replaying in my mind what has upset me faces

I shout lots and tell people how I feel

I stomp about, slam doors and throw things

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I find it easiest to remember I think I can tell someone is lying because When I'm meeting with an old friend

names

things I have done

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they avoid looking at you

their voice changes

the vibes I get from them

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I say "it's great to see you!"

I say "it's great to hear your voice!"

I give them a hug or a handshake

TOTALS:

VISUAL:_________

AUDITORY:_________

KINESTHETIC:________

VAK learning styles self-test: Victoria Chislett and Alan Chapman, 2005. Not to be sold or published. Sole risk with user. This learning styles self-assessment tool is a rough guide to individual learning styles only - it is not a scientifically validated instrument.

PUTTING YOUR LEARNING STYLE TO WORK!

Tips for Visual Learners:

Have a clear view of your teachers when they are speaking so you can see their body language and facial expression Use color to highlight important points in the text Take detailed notes and utilize handouts Use visual materials such as pictures, charts, maps, and graphs Use multi-media such as computers or videos Study in a quiet place away from verbal disturbances Visualize information as a picture to aid memorization and learning Make charts, graphs, and tables in your notes Participate actively in classthis will keep you involved and alert When memorizing material, write it over and over Keep pencil and paper handy so you can write down good ideas

Think aloud and talk to yourself Participate in class discussions and debates Make speeches and presentations Read text out loudespecially when proofreading or when tired Create musical jingles and mnemonics to aid memorization Use a tape recorder during lectures Discuss your ideas verbally with a friend or small group Use verbal analogies and storytelling to illustrate your point Recite information over and over to better memorize material Sit near the side or back of the classroom where there is less visual stimulation

Tips for Auditory Learners:

Take frequent study breaks and vary your activities Make studying more physicalwork at a standing desk, chew gum, pace while memorizing, read while on an exercise bike, mold a piece of clay, squeeze a tennis ball Use bright colors to highlight reading material Dress up your work space with posters and color Play music in the background while you study When reading, first skim through the whole thing to get a feel for what its about, then read the chapter carefully Use spatial note taking techniques such as mind mapping Visualize complex projects from start to finish before beginningthis will allow you to keep the big picture in mind

Tips for Tactile/Kinesthetic Learners: