What’s your approach? Take this quiz and find out…
This quiz may help you gain a little more insight into your typical approach to learning and which strategies may work well for you in maximizing your strengths. This is not a researched and tested instrument; it is meant to provide you with an avenue for self exploration in preparation for learning. In contrast to claims about learning styles, which are largely unsubstantiated (see the Myth of Learning Styles by Cedar Riener and Daniel Willingham ), your approach to learning is changeable and takes into account your interests, motivations and tendencies which may influence learning.
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Links & Resources: By Question
Question 1: When I am part of a discussion on a topic I am somewhat familiar with, I:
Notes are another inescapable part of getting a university education. We might not be able to make them fun, but we can offer tips on how to make them useful.
Reading Textbooks
Question 2: My approach to group work is usually:
Taking Notes
Notes are another inescapable part of getting a university education. We might not be able to make them fun, but we can offer tips on how to make them useful.
Working in Groups
Working with groups can be stressful–and rewarding! We’ll show you how to make the most of any project.
Group Process
Getting started with your group? One of the first things you might want to do is create a document, sometimes called a group charter, which clarifies what the group is about, what the group expects from its members, and other, related guidelines.
Question 3: I prefer my instructors to be:
Interacting with Profs
Why should you go to office hours? Why does your professor want you to be there? Find answers to those questions and more in this toolkit!
Question 4: During online group work, I prefer my peers to:
Communicating Effectively
Learn about why we communicate, and how we can improve that with guidelines and tools!
Resources for Respectful Debate
Don’t know how to politely disagree? Learn how to approach delicate subjects in a respectful manner.
Question 5: When approaching a new learning experience or technology, I typically:
Top 5 Learning Challenges
Check this page out to learn more about how your brain works, and the best study strategies.
Question 6: In thinking about my goals for learning today, the most important thing for me is to:
Top 5 Learning Challenges
Check this page out to learn more about how your brain works, and the best study strategies.
Academic and Learning Resources
Find out how UBC is supporting learning challenges, and how you can access these resources.
Blog post: How to Get the Most Out of Your University Experience (2-part series)
Question 7: I most often approach brainstorming activities by:
Taking Notes
Notes are another inescapable part of getting a university education. We might not be able to make them fun, but we can offer tips on how to make them useful.
Question 8: When I need more information, I usually:
Interacting with Profs
Why should you go to office hours? Why does your professor want you to be there? Find answers to those questions and more in this toolkit!
The Reflection Process
You know that cold sweat that creeps over you the night before the term paper is due? The one you haven’t started? If you’re like me, and this thought is scary to you, keep on reading for some tips on how to avoid a situation like this. And make sure to check out plan and evaluate and read/review and organize for more information.
Question 9: In dealing with a roadblock, either technical, academic or personal, I tend to:
UBC Health
Maintaining your physical and mental well-being can go a long way to support your learning. Take a look at the resources offered by UBC.
UBC Wellness Centre
Through the Wellness Centre, you can connect with trained students to navigate campus services, talk to a peer about what is going on for you, and learn more about health topics and wellness resources.
Question 10: When I am learning something new, I prefer:
AMS Clubs
Getting involved in learning activities or projects with fellow students can allow you to engage with different opinions and perspectives. Check out the AMS for student clubs and societies for some possible opportunities!
Centre for Student Involvement and Careers (Toolkits: Job Search, Networking, or book a career advising service)
Get connected with career and professional development resources.
An area I may improve in is that I have preference of working alone. Also, I tend to rush through things when frustrated. This may get in the way of group projects and learning more complex subjects that do not come right away. A good thinking habit of mine is I desire to know more than what’s required and often desire experimentation. I am also, not afraid of making mistakes and that is where learning all begins. I plan on improving my decision making by understanding how to use my critical thinking and cognitive learning skills. By questioning, and analyzing information through the use of a systematic approach precisely.
September 6, 2023 ,9.09 pm
It helped me how should I do my projects or how can I deal with new tools without any fear. Most importantly how to get along with my peers.