Learning Goal: Students will be able to explain what the VARK learning style theory is as well as what their own learning style is according to VARK.
Everyone is Different
Before we delve into what VARK is, I would like you to work in teams to discuss the personalities, problem solving, and learning styles of four characters in a role play script. We will read the description of the scenario together and then on your own you will read the personalities and dialogue of the characters. After a decent amount of time we will come together as a large group to discuss your thoughts on how each of these characters learn. Do you think there are specific styles these characters could fall into? If so, what do you think these categories are?
Next, we will take the VARK Learning Style Survey. I would like you to take the survey and explore what your scores mean and what the VARK theory is. Below is the link to the survey.
For homework, your challenge is to ask other people what they think about the VARK theory. Ask them if they notice if they are a more visual learner, auditory, etc. Do they think it is helpful to know this about yourself as a learner as you go through high school? If they don't believe in the theory of learning styles ask them politely why. After this, please tell me in a paragraph what they thought and your thoughts at this point about VARK.