The Learning Style Questionnaire was developed by Honey and Mumford (1992) that allows a learner to identify their predominant learning preference. Undertaking this questionnaire, I found that I am predominately a pragmatist, with it practially being equal to activist and reflector. A bit further behind was theorist.

Activist

Activists like to try new things. They tend to dislike learning via lectures or thinking for themselves. Action orientated, Activists seek to make learning experiences all about them.

Reflectors

Reflectors collect and analyse all data and facts. They learn best by observation and review. Reflectors tend to consider all points and implications before making a decision.

Theorist

 Theorists learn best in structured learning environments with ideas and concepts they can question. Maximisation of certainty is the best learning environment for these learners.

Pragmatist

Pragmatists are practical and down-to-earth, and like to make practical decisions and problem solving. Pragmatists only learn if they can see a link between theory and real-life or if there is an obvious benefit. They tend to be impatient with open-ended discussions.

Successful learners will use all four styles to learn, depending on the learning experience. According to Honey and Mumford (1992) all learning experience should pass through the following steps as part of the learning cycle.

1. Having an experience (Activist)
2. Reviewing the experience (Reflector)
3. Feedback and conclusions from the experience (Theorist)
4. Planning the next steps (Pragmatist)

Reference:

Honey, P. & Mumford, A. 1992, The Manual of Learning Styles“, Peter Honey, Berkshire, UK.