{"id":15727,"date":"2018-07-20T18:18:49","date_gmt":"2018-07-20T22:18:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.teacherlists.com\/blog\/parent-corner\/?p=24"},"modified":"2024-02-06T16:43:05","modified_gmt":"2024-02-06T21:43:05","slug":"learning-styles-quiz-what-is-your-childs-learning-style","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.teacherlists.com\/blog\/learning-styles-quiz-what-is-your-childs-learning-style\/","title":{"rendered":"Learning Styles Quiz: What Is Your Child’s Learning Style?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Learning is not one size fits all. In a typical classroom, some kids process information best by hearing the teacher explain it, some learn by seeing what\u2019s on the chalkboard, and others learn through hands-on exercises. That\u2019s why understanding your child\u2019s learning style is an important part of supporting him in school. Together with your child, take our learning styles quiz below to determine which of the different types of learning is the best fit. Then keep reading to learn more about each specific style, plus tips to help your child learn more effectively.<\/p>\n

Learning Styles Quiz<\/h3>\n

Complete this learning styles quiz together with your child, selecting the statements he agrees with.<\/p>\n

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1. I would rather read instructions than listen to the teacher explain them.<\/p>\n

2. I like having someone explain directions out loud.<\/p>\n

3. When I study, I have to take a lot of breaks to get up and move around.<\/p>\n

4. I draw a lot of pictures during class.<\/p>\n

5. I remember things better if I write them down.<\/p>\n

6. I study spelling words by reciting them out loud.<\/p>\n

7. Charts, diagrams, and maps help me understand what I\u2019m reading.<\/p>\n

8. I can concentrate better if I have a snack when I study.<\/p>\n

9. I like to listen to music while I\u2019m studying.<\/p>\n

10. I am good at visualizing what I\u2019m studying in my mind.<\/p>\n

11. It\u2019s easy for me to remember jokes.<\/p>\n

12. I can think better if I tap my foot or play with a pencil.<\/p>\n

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Submit your answers to find out your child\u2019s learning style, then read below for explanations and tips for each style.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Adapted from \u201cLearning Style Survey for Young Learners\u201d by Andrew D. Cohen and Rebecca L. Oxford and \u201cLearning Style Survey\u201d by Maureen McKay<\/em>
\n(Learning styles key)<\/strong> Auditory statements: 2, 6, 9, 11; Kinesthetic statements: 3, 4, 8, 12; Visual statements: 1, 5, 7, 10<\/p>\n

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Understanding Learning Styles: Auditory Learners<\/h3>\n

Auditory learners prefer listening to explanations over reading them and may like to study by reciting information aloud. This type of learner may want to have background music while studying, or they may be distracted by noises and need a quiet space to study.<\/p>\n

Strategies that work well for auditory learners include:<\/p>\n