Multiple Intelligences & Learning Sytles Inventory Question Title * 1. Name: Last Name, First Name Question Title * 2. What class are you in? Freshman Sophomore Junior Senior Question Title * 3. Section I (Check all that apply to you) I enjoy categorizing things by common traits Ecological issues are important to me Hiking and camping are enjoyable activities I enjoy working on a garden I believe preserving our National Parks is important Putting things in hierarchies makes sense to me Animals are important in my life My home has a recycling system in place I enjoy studying biology, botany and/or zoology I spend a great deal of time outdoors Question Title * 4. Section 2 (Check all that apply to you) I easily pick up on patterns I focus in on noise and sounds Moving to a beat is easy for me I've always been interested in playing an instrument The cadence of poetry intrigues me I remember things by putting tem in a rhyme Concentration is difficult while listening to a radio or television I enjoy many kinds of music Musicals are more interesting than dramatic plays Remembering song lyrics is easy for me Question Title * 5. Section 3 (Check all that apply to you) I keep my things neat and orderly Step-by-step directions are a big help Solving problems comes easily to me I get easily frustrated with disorganized people I can complete calculations quickly in my head Puzzles requiring reasoning are fun I can't begin an assignment until all my questions are answered Structure helps me be successful I find working on a computer spreadsheet or database rewarding Things have to make sense to me or I am dissatisfied Question Title * 6. Section 4 (Check all that apply to you) It is important to see my role in the "big picture" of things I enjoy discussing questions about life Religion is important to me I enjoy viewing art masterpieces Relaxation and meditation exercises are rewarding I like visiting breathtaking sites in nature I enjoy reading ancient and modern philosophers Learning new things is easier when I understand their value I wonder if there are other forms of intelligent life in the universe Studying history and ancient culture helps give me perspective Question Title * 7. Section 5 (Check all that apply to you) I learn best interacting with others The more the merrier Study groups are very productive for me I enjoy chat rooms Participating in politics is important Television and radio talk shows are enjoyable I am a "team player" I dislike working alone Clubs and extracurricular activities are fun I pay attention to social issues and causes Question Title * 8. Section 6 (Check all that apply to you) I enjoy making things with my hands Sitting still for long periods of time is difficult for me I enjoy outdoor games and sports I value non-verbal communication such as sign language A fit body is important for a fit mind Arts and crafts are enjoyable pastimes Expression through dance is beautiful I like working with tools I live an active lifestyle I learn by doing Question Title * 9. Section 7 (Check all that apply to you) I enjoy reading all kinds of materials Taking notes helps me remember and understand I faithfully contact friends through letters and/or email It is easy for me to explain my ideas to others I keep a journal Word puzzles like crosswords and jumbles are fun I write for pleasure I enjoy playing with words like puns, anagrams and spoonerisms Foreign languages interest me Debates and public speaking are activities I like to participate in Question Title * 10. Section 8 (Check all that apply to you) I am keenly aware of my moral beliefs I learn best when I have an emotional attachment to the subject Fairness is important to me My attitude effects how I learn Social justice issues concern me Working alone can be just as productive as working in a group I need to know why I should do something before I agree to do it When I believe in something I will give 100% effort to it I like to be involved in causes that help others I am willing to protest or sign a petition to right a wrong Question Title * 11. Section 9 (Check all that apply to you) I can imagine ideas in my mind Rearranging a room is fun for me I enjoy creating art using varied media I remember well using graphic organizers Performance art can be very gratifying Spreadsheets are great for making charts, graphs and tables Three dimensional puzzles bring me much enjoyment Music videos are very stimulating I can recall things in mental pictures I am good at reading maps and blueprints Question Title * 12. Mastery (Check all that apply to you) I like when there is a step-by-step way (a procedure) to solve problems I like when class is about how to remember procedures I like a teacher who is organized and gives points for effort I like math problems that are like ones I've done before I lose interest when I can't remember the steps I will work hard when I know exactly what to do A good math class is about practicing In math it's important to calculate accurately I like quick feedback on if I'm right or wrong about a problem I'd like to show what I know by completing a worksheet or taking a quiz Question Title * 13. Interpersonal (Check all that apply to you) I like when we have a chance to work with partners and talk about problems I like when class is a fun group activity I like a teacher who is friendly and cares about me I like math problems that could really happen I lose interest when I can't see how I would use the math in my life. I will work hard when my teacher appreciates the effort A good math class is about a good discussion In math it's important to share your ideas I'd like to show what I know by writing a journal I like problems best when they cause a debate in class Question Title * 14. Understanding (Check all that apply to you) I like when I know why the math works out I like to decide for myself if I'm right or wrong I like a teacher who respects my ideas I like problems that make me think I lose interest when I don't know why we're learning things. A good math class has a chance for me to explain my ideas I like a teacher to challenge me to think quickly The most important thing in math is learning to think for myself I learn best when I get to think about interesting problems I like to show what I know by conducting research and writing about it Question Title * 15. Self Expressive (Check all that apply to you) I like when I can use imagination in math I like a teacher who is creative with lessons I like math problems that let me experiment I lose interest when lessons are the same every day I will work hard when I get a chance to apply math in my own way I like unique problems I like to think outside the box and come up with different ideas than other people It helps me solve a problem if I look at it in lots of ways I like the chance to choose how I get to work on the math I like to show what I know by doing a creative project Done