The VARK Questionnaire

Choose the answer which best explains your preference and click the box next to it. Please click more than one if a single answer does not match your perception. Leave blank any question that does not apply.

I want to learn to do something new on a computer. I would:

start using it and learn by trial and error.

read the written instructions that came with the program.

follow the diagrams in a book.

talk with people who know about the program.

A website has a video showing how to make a special graph or chart. There is a person speaking, some lists and words describing what to do and some diagrams. I would learn most from:

seeing the diagrams.

watching the actions.

listening.

reading the words.

When I am learning I:

see patterns in things.

read books, articles and handouts.

like to talk things through.

use examples and applications.

When learning from the Internet I like:

detailed articles.

videos showing how to do things.

podcasts and videos where I can listen to experts.

interesting design and visual features.

I am having trouble assembling a piece of furniture that came in parts. I would:

try arranging the parts to see how they fit together.

go through the step-by-step written instructions again to see if I missed something.

ask for advice or help from someone else.

go through the step-by-step diagrams again to see if I missed something.

I want to find out about some accommodation. Before visiting, I would want:

a plan showing the rooms and a map of the area.

a printed description of the rooms and features.

to view a video of the property.

a discussion with the owner or manager.

I want to learn how to take better photos. I would:

ask questions and talk about the camera and its features.

use examples of good and poor photos showing how to improve them.

use diagrams showing the camera and what each part does.

use the written instructions about what to do.

I want to be sure I am doing my physiotherapy exercises correctly. I would:

study diagrams illustrating the way the exercises should be done.

listen to an explanation about how the exercises should be done.

compare what I am doing with a video demonstration.

check a list of important aspects of the exercises to get right.

I am making a history of the area where I live. I would:

gather old maps and charts.

record stories from people talking about old times.

compare historical photos of the area with what is there now.

read articles and other information in old newspapers and documents.

I want to learn how to play a new board game or card game. I would:

watch others play the game before joining in.

listen to somebody explaining it and ask questions.

read the instructions.

use the diagrams that explain the various stages, moves and strategies in the game.

I have finished a competition or test and I would like some feedback:

using graphs showing how my performance has improved.

from somebody who talks it through with me.

using examples from what I have done.

using a written description of my results.

I want to find out more about a tour that I am going on. I would:

look at details about the highlights and activities on the tour.

use a map and see where the places are.

read about the tour on the itinerary.

talk with the person who planned the tour or others who are going on the tour.

I want to save more money and to decide between a range of options. I would:

talk with an expert about the options.

use graphs showing different options for different time periods.

consider examples of each option using my financial information.

read a print brochure that describes the options in detail.

I prefer a presenter or a teacher who uses:

diagrams, charts, maps or graphs.

handouts, books, or readings.

question and answer, talk, group discussion, or guest speakers.

demonstrations, models or practical sessions.

I want to learn about a new project. I would ask for:

an opportunity to discuss the project.

diagrams to show the project stages with charts of benefits and costs.

a written report describing the main features of the project.

examples where the project has been used successfully.

When choosing a career or area of study, these are important for me:

applying my knowledge in real situations.

using words well in written communications.

working with designs, maps or charts.

communicating with others through discussion.

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