study skills assessment

Which of the following students is probably an auditory learner?

• Crystal moves her lips when she reads and likes to read aloud in private.

• Bryan speaks with his hands and uses lots of gestures

• Lourdes likes to be shown how to do something before she starts.

• Tran enjoys written language with lots of imagery.

Which items below are classifies as TIME WASTERS?

• Computers/computer games

• telephone

• visitors

• procrastination

• food

Which factors below can help you AVOID procrastination?

• setting goals

• schedule reminders

• having fun

• adapting a routine

What is one method of reducing test anxiety?

• eating

• using relaxation techniques: deep breathing, exercise, positive self-talk

• having low expectations

Your learning style helps determine how you best receive information. If you are a visual learner, chances are you have all these characteristics but one:

• your notes are neat and color coded

• you learn through charts and diagrams

• you like to jump into something before the technique is modeled for you

• when you are bored, you look for something to watch or read.