As generally demonstrated from the findings, participants belong to various types of memory. Not only do they possess single type of memory but also those of combination. Nevertheless, more students belong to single types than mixed types. Of six categories provided, visual memory is the most preferred one as 31% of students are classified in this category. People owning visual memory type have tendency to memorize by creating mental images, looking at pictures and diagrams. Auditory memory refers to people who memorize information better through melodies, beats and rhythms. They prefer to hear instructions or lectures rather than watch or write, and better take in information presented orally (Cusimano, 2001). As shown in the chart, 23% of respondents belong to type of auditory memory. Meanwhile, 15% of the subjects show that they are likely to be in the group of kinaesthetic memory. Those prefer trying or experiencing things to memorize and they tend to enjoy activities more during class …show more content…
Do you think that you have a good memory?
□ Yes
□ No
( If yes, skip question 4, if no, skip question 3)
3. What could be the reasons explained for your good memory?
□ Naturally, I have a good memory
□ It is the result of my practice
Other(s):……………………………………………………….( please specify)
4. What factor(s), in your opinion, contributes to your poor memory?
□ You unable to concentrate when you study
□ You have to learn too much knowledge at a time
□ You are lazy
□ You disuse what you have learned
□ You do not understand clearly what you learned
□ You try to remember only when you are forced to
□ You have negative attitude when having something to study and remember
II. SOLUTIONS
A. TO BEST REMEMBER INFORMATION,…
(circle only one for each question)
1. When learning new words, I often try to…
a. Visualize the word
b. Say the word aloud
c. Write the word
2. When needing concentration to study, I usually…
a. Look at something carefully
b. Listen to music
c. Find a quiet