This self-assessment will help you determine your learning style.

1. When learning something new, you

like to have the aid of diagrams, posters, or a demonstration.
like to have verbal instructions.
just go for it and try it out!

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2. When you are reading, you

visualize in your mind the descriptive passages.
enjoy the character's dialogue.
sometimes read action stories, but would prefer not to read.

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3. When you are spelling, you

try to "see" the word.
sound the word out before or as you spell it.
write the word down to find out if it looks or "feels" right.

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4. When concentrating on something, you

are distracted by movement and untidiness around you.
are distracted by noises in the area you're working in.
have difficulty sitting still for even short periods of time.

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5. When problem solving you

write the problem down or draw diagrams to visualize it.
talk to someone (or yourself) about it.
try and use concrete objects to find a solution.

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6. If you are putting something together, you

follow the instructions and look at the pictures.
wish there was a video or tape explaining what to do.
ignore the instructions and figure it out as you go!

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7. When trying to recall names, you remember

the person's face but not their name.
the person's name but not their face.
clearly the situation in which you met them.

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8. When giving directions to someone, you

visualize the route first or draw a map.
give clear, concise information.
move your body and gesture as you give them.

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9. If you need help with a particular computer application, you would

look for pictures or diagrams to explain the solution.
ask someone for help or call a help desk.
persevere and try to figure it out yourself.

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10. You can remember a list of items best if you

write them down.
recite the list to yourself.
use your fingers to count the items off.

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