Vark Analysis Paper
VARK Analysis: Results versus Perceived Learning Style
Debbie DeGroot
Grand Canyon University
March 27, 2014
VARK Analysis: Results versus Perceived Learning Style
VARK (Visual, Aural, Read/Write, Kinesthetic) analysis of learning styles was developed by Neil D. Fleming in 1987 in an effort to assist learners to assess their own style of learning (http://www.vark-learn.com/english/index.asp). Fleming’s contention is that education will be more effective if the learner understands how they learn best and seeks education programs that cater to their preferred learning style (Fleming & Mills, 1992). Awareness of the different learning styles can also help people in understanding each other and engaging in more constructive …show more content…
This method uses patient feedback to repeat what they have been taught so that the nurse can assess the patient’s level of understanding of the material. This method is non-confrontational and does not embarrass the patient if they are not sure of what was taught. This is a very effective way for the nurse to evaluate if their chosen teaching method was successful.
The VARK analysis questionnaire is a fairly accurate method for evaluating a learner’s preferred learning style. The strategies outlined in the specific styles – aural, read/write, visual, kinesthetic- are accurate and can serve the teacher well when developing an education plan for a patient.
References
Creasia, J. L., & Friberg, E. (2011). Conceptual foundations: The bridge to professional nursing practice (5 ed.). Retrieved from http://pageburstls.elsevier.com/#/books/978-0-323-06869-7/pages/47247548
Fleming, N., & Mills, C. (1992). Not another inventory, rather a catalyst for reflection. Retrieved from http://www.vark-learn.com/documents/not_another_inventory.pdf
Winifred, T. (2013). Teach-back for quality education and patient safety. Retrieved from http://eds.b.ebscohost.com.library.gcu.edu:2048/eds/pdfviewer/pdfviewer?vid=3&sid=9c281d7f-f6ef-4d3e-ae4c-685d6cbea3be@sessionmgr114&hid=107
Questionnaire
Debbie DeGroot
Grand Canyon University
March 27, 2014
VARK Analysis: Results versus Perceived Learning Style
VARK (Visual, Aural, Read/Write, Kinesthetic) analysis of learning styles was developed by Neil D. Fleming in 1987 in an effort to assist learners to assess their own style of learning (http://www.vark-learn.com/english/index.asp). Fleming’s contention is that education will be more effective if the learner understands how they learn best and seeks education programs that cater to their preferred learning style (Fleming & Mills, 1992). Awareness of the different learning styles can also help people in understanding each other and engaging in more constructive …show more content…
This method uses patient feedback to repeat what they have been taught so that the nurse can assess the patient’s level of understanding of the material. This method is non-confrontational and does not embarrass the patient if they are not sure of what was taught. This is a very effective way for the nurse to evaluate if their chosen teaching method was successful.
The VARK analysis questionnaire is a fairly accurate method for evaluating a learner’s preferred learning style. The strategies outlined in the specific styles – aural, read/write, visual, kinesthetic- are accurate and can serve the teacher well when developing an education plan for a patient.
References
Creasia, J. L., & Friberg, E. (2011). Conceptual foundations: The bridge to professional nursing practice (5 ed.). Retrieved from http://pageburstls.elsevier.com/#/books/978-0-323-06869-7/pages/47247548
Fleming, N., & Mills, C. (1992). Not another inventory, rather a catalyst for reflection. Retrieved from http://www.vark-learn.com/documents/not_another_inventory.pdf
Winifred, T. (2013). Teach-back for quality education and patient safety. Retrieved from http://eds.b.ebscohost.com.library.gcu.edu:2048/eds/pdfviewer/pdfviewer?vid=3&sid=9c281d7f-f6ef-4d3e-ae4c-685d6cbea3be@sessionmgr114&hid=107
Questionnaire