LET’S DO A TEST!
Question 1
• A: I prefer lessons where we can discuss
things
• B: I prefer lessons where there is
something to look at (like a picture,
chart, diagram or video) or something to
draw
• C: I prefer lessons where we can do
something practical – or at least move
around
Question 2:
• A: I often fiddle with things in class
(a pen, paper clip or rubber band)
• B: I often sing or hum to myself in
class.
• C: I often doodle in class
Question 3:
• A: When learning a new skill, I prefer to
just get on with it.
• B: When learning a new skill, I prefer
someone to explain to me how to do it.
• C: When learning a new skill, I prefer to
watch someone else show me how to do
it
Question 4:
• A: When the adverts come on the
telly – I like to watch them
• B: When the adverts come on the
telly – I get up and do something.
• C: When the adverts come on the
telly – I like to sing along with them.
Question 5:
• A: I would prefer to listen to a story
• B: I would prefer to see a comic strip
of a story
• C: I would prefer to act out a story
Question 6:
• A: I am good at learning physical
skills.
• B: I have a good memory for
peoples names.
• C: I have a good memory for faces.
Question 7:
• A: I prefer teachers who use
diagrams to show us things
• B: I prefer teachers who get us to
do something
• C: I prefer teachers who explain
things to us.
Question 8:
• A: If I get in trouble in class, it’s for
talking
• B: If I get in trouble in class, it’s for
drawing on the desk or all over my
books
• C: If I get in trouble in class it’s for
fidgeting.
Question 9:
• A: On long journey I like to look at the
scenery or read book.
• B: On a long journey I can’t wait until
we stop so I can walk around.
• C: On a long journey i like to listen to
music or talk to the other travellers
Question 10:
• A: I use my hands a lot when I’m
talking
• B: When I am discussing something,
I sometimes use words my friends
don’t know.
• C: When I am discussing something,
I like to doodle.
Question 11:
• A: If I could be famous, I would be
a sportsperson (or dancer).
• B: If I could be famous, I would be
a film-star.
• C: If I could be famous, I would be
a singer
Question 12:
• A: I would rather go outside and
play.
• B: I would rather watch my
favourite TV programme
• C: I would rather listen to my
favourite music.
Question 13:
• A: I get distracted in class if I can see
something outside the window.
• B: I get distracted in class if I can hear
something happening outside.
• C: I lose concentration if I have to sit
still for a long time.
Question 14
• A: I am good at drawing.
• B: I am good at making things.
• C: I am a good listener
Question 15:
• Out of these 3 jobs, I would prefer to be a:
• A: radio DJ
• B: mechanic
• C: artist (or a designer)
Question 16:
• A: In my spare time I would prefer
to do something physical, such as
sport or dancing.
• B: In my spare time I would prefer
to watch TV or a video.
• C: In my spare time I would prefer
to listen to music or talk to friends.
Question 17:
• A: The type of puzzle I would prefer is
“spot the difference” (finn 5 feil)
• B: The type of puzzle I would prefer is
“Name that tune” (singing bee e.l.)
• C: The type of puzzle I would prefer is
“Rubiks cube”
We’re done!
• Auditory?
• Visual?
• Kinaesthetic?
Strategies for visual learning
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Use graphs, maps, charts and pictures.
Sit where you can see the teacher.
Study in a quiet place.
Use colour to highlight important points.
Take notes
Visualize information as a picture to aid
memory.
• Illustrate ideas with pictures and colour
Strategies for auditory learning
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Use a digital recorder for notes.
Create mnemonics to aid memory
Take part in class discussions and debates
Read text aloud
Create musikal jingles to aid memory
Discuss ideas verbally with friends and
family
Strategies for kinaesthetic learning
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Take lots of study breaks
Move around when lerning new things
Work in a standing position
Use bright colours to highlight reading
material
• Create posters to use in your workspace
• Listen to music while you study