Deck 5: Learning Preferences and Studying

Question 1

What does it mean if you are multimodal?

A) You do not prefer any sensory modalities.
B) You prefer two sensory modalities almost equally.
C) You prefer to learn visually rather than aurally.
D) You prefer to learn aurally rather than visually.

Answer 1

B

Question 2

_____ learners prefer symbols used to connect words in some meaningful way.

A) Aural
B) Read/write
C) Visual
D) Kinesthetic

Answer 2

C

Question 3

Aubrey always does the assigned reading for her courses, but she often feels like she doesn't fully understand the material until it's been discussed in class. Aubrey is most likely a(an) _____ learner.

A) kinesthetic
B) read/write
C) visual
D) aural

Answer 3

D

Question 4

Students who learn best from their textbooks are considered _____ learners.

A) read/write
B) visual
C) kinesthetic
D) aural

Question 5

Which type of learner prefers hands-on, real-world learning with a physical component?

A) kinesthetic
B) visual
C) aural
D) read/write

Question 6

If you are an aural learner, you should try to choose

A) online courses.
B) courses that call for hands-on work.
C) courses that involve a lot of reading.
D) discussion-based courses.

Question 7

When Marut took the VARK test, he found that he had a strong kinesthetic preference. With this in mind, in which of these classes would Marut most likely learn best?

A) philosophy, which involves a lot of discussion
B) composition, which requires a lot of reading and writing
C) chemistry, which includes a lab component
D) algebra, which involves the use of symbols and graphs

Question 8

Visual learners would benefit most from

A) looking for additional reading on the topic discussed in class.
B) including illustrations and symbols in their class notes.
C) recording lectures and listening to them again while studying.
D) finding ways to include their senses in the material they are studying.

Question 9

The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) is used to determine

A) your personality type.
B) which of your senses you prefer to use when learning.
C) whether you are prepared to advance academically.
D) your vocational interests.

Question 10

_____ enjoy classes that allow for active class participation and group discussions because they are comfortable speaking in groups and are stimulated in these situations.

A) Intuitive types
B) Judging types
C) Extraverts
D) Feeling types

Question 11

_____ tend to be drawn to classes that allow for deep introspection and individual work.

A) Thinking types
B) Introverts
C) Sensing types
D) Judging types

Question 12

Sensing types are often interested in courses that

A) are fact-based and have practical applications.
B) have instructors who facilitate lively discussions and debates.
C) require analytical skills.
D) allow for a certain amount of freedom and creativity.

Question 13

Which type of learner likes to focus on big-picture topics?

A) extraverts
B) feeling types
C) perceiving types
D) intuitive types

Question 14

When Emily took the MBTI, she found out that she is a thinking type. With this in mind, which type of assignment would Emily likely enjoy most?

A) a research assignment that requires her to examine both sides of an issue
B) a lab activity that involves the use of all five of her senses
C) a group presentation that requires her to put on a performance in front of the class
D) an essay that requires her to unravel the meaning behind a concept

Question 15

_____ like to make judgments with their hearts.

A) Judging types
B) Introverts
C) Sensing types
D) Feeling types

Question 16

Kendra and Gary are classmates in Dr. Morrison's sociology class. When they took the MBTI, they found out that they are both judging types. With this in mind, what is it about Dr. Morrison's class that Kendra and Gary likely appreciate most?

A) Dr. Morrison encourages students to take a creative approach to assignments.
B) The syllabus is very detailed and clearly states all assignments and deadlines.
C) Dr. Morrison's teaching style focuses largely on open-ended classroom discussions.
D) The questions asked in class typically do not have straightforward right or wrong answers.

Question 17

Justin's MBTI results showed that he is a perceiving type. With this in mind, which instructor would Justin most likely prefer to work with?

A) Dr. Anderson, who teaches primarily through lectures and group discussions
B) Professor Igle, who encourages students to use their emotions when analyzing a topic
C) Dr. Cho, who deviates from the syllabus when interesting questions arise
D) Professor Gonzalez, who often engages in one-on-one discussions with individual students

Question 18

Study notes are

A) notes you take while listening to an instructor's lecture.
B) additional notes you take while studying for tests.
C) notes you take during a group discussion in class.
D) the preliminary notes you take when skimming a chapter.

Question 19

Which type of thinker would benefit most from personalizing the material being studied by bringing in his or her personal reactions and experiences?

A) introvert
B) judging type
C) sensing type
D) intuitive type

Question 20

Engaging in a debate about a topic while studying is useful because it

A) proves to your classmates that you are intelligent.
B) helps keep you from becoming bored while studying.
C) forces you to think thoroughly about the material.
D) indicates that you are ready for the test.

Question 21

An aural learner could adapt to a class with a strong visual approach by looking for additional readings on the course's subject matter.

Question 22

You should take classes that only fit your learning preferences.

Question 23

Intuitive types believe that "gut feelings" matter more than what can be gathered from the five senses.

Question 24

The amount of material covered in exams in high school is much greater than the amount of material covered in exams in college.

Question 25

If you study at a time when you focus best, you're likely to do more than simply memorize the material.

Question 26

Perceiving types study best when working from a clearly laid out to-do list.

Question 27

When studying, the more you can examine material using your personal learning preferences, the more likely you are to understand and remember it.

Question 28

Extraverts are more likely than introverts to enjoy working in a study group.

Question 29

A virtual study group that "meets" through a technology platform can be just as effective as one that involves talking in person.

Question 30

Taking practice tests will help your performance on actual tests.

Question 31

List three ways you can use your VARK learning preferences to your benefit.

Question 32

What are the four scales of the MBTI?

Question 33

Identify three strategies for making the most of classes that don't fit your MBTI type.

Question 34

List three steps you should take when creating a study plan.

Question 35

Identify two ways that you can use your study notes to facilitate critical thinking.

Question 36

Explain what the VARK questionnaire is, why it is used, and how its results can help students improve their learning. Include examples in your response.

Question 37

What is your VARK learning preference? Were you surprised by your VARK results? Why or why not? Describe three specific strategies that you plan to implement to improve your learning now that you know your VARK learning preference, and explain how each will benefit you academically.

Question 38

Explain what the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) is, why it is used, and how its results can help students improve their learning. Include examples in your response.

Question 39

Describe at least three ways you used to study before entering college. Explain whether each strategy has been effective in college, and why or why not. Include examples of what you can do to improve your methods of studying as a college student.

Question 40

Where and when do you usually study, and why? Do you feel that this is the ideal time and place for you to study? Why or why not? If you could change anything about where and when you study, what would it be? Include examples in your response.