What is the VARK model of learning styles?

The VARK model categorizes learners into four types: Visual (V): Learn best through images, diagrams, and spatial understanding Auditory (A): Learn best through listening and verbal discussion Reading/Writing (R): Prefer text-based input and output Kinaesthetic (K): Learn by doing, touching, or experiencing hands-on Easy Agile's learning style quiz for high-performing teams is based on this VARK framework and helps teams discover and support their dominant learning styles.

How do I know if my team includes visual, auditory, or kinaesthetic learners?

You can find out by using our free learning style quiz and team guide, which includes 10 targeted questions and learner-type profiles for your team.

Can understanding learning preferences improve team collaboration and communication?

Absolutely. Different learning styles influence how team members engage in standups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives. The learning styles guide for agile teams offers tips for each learner type – from visual dashboards to verbal check-ins to hands-on formats.

Where can I download a printable learning styles quiz for teams?

Easy Agile's printable learning style quiz comes with a PDF that includes the quiz, learner type summaries, and tips to apply it to your team’s collaboration style.

Is this learning style quiz neurodiversity-friendly?

Yes. The guide emphasizes inclusive learning by supporting flexible styles. Download the learning style guide to help you create a team environment where neurodiverse individuals can thrive.

What is a learning style quiz and why does it matter in teams?

A learning style quiz helps identify how individuals absorb and process information – visually, aurally, by reading, or through hands-on activity. In agile environments, using a learning style quiz for agile teams helps you improve retrospectives, workshops, and team communication.

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Free 10‑Day Program Planning Checklist

Want to set clear goals for your team, connect their daily work to objectives, remove dependencies, and stay on track with focused reviews - all in 10 working days? This free checklist shows you exactly how.

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Template highlights

Day-by-day plan (10 working days)
A short cadence that takes you from one clear outcome and 1–3 KPIs to visible progress in two weeks. Every day has a small task and a concrete output, so teams keep moving instead of re-planning.
Objective setup you can defend
Pick 3–5 objectives that tie directly to the outcome. Each has one owner, a target date, and Business Value (BV 1–10). BV makes priority calls quick and explainable - use it to break ties and stop re-litigating decisions.
Work mapping that sticks
Connect the right epics/stories to each objective so effort matches intent. You’ll see what’s missing (orphans), spot over-commitment early, and keep estimates light (S/M/L) so planning doesn’t stall.
Dependencies grid (real risk, named)
A simple list that shows what is blocking what, with one owner → next step → due date → blocked item. It keeps risks in the open and makes sequence changes straightforward instead of political.
Worked example you can copy
A realistic, end-to-end example runs through the template. It shows the level of detail, how BV is used to choose, and how updates look when they are useful to leaders.

Works with any tools you use. Pairs neatly with Easy Agile Programs in Jira.

Benefits of a 10-day program planning template

‍Goals people follow: one outcome and a few KPIs everyone remembers and acts on.‍
Fewer, clearer priorities: you commit to 3–5 objectives, so effort stops spreading thin.‍
Faster, fair decisions: Business Value ends long debates and explains why A beats B.‍
Work tied to results: teams link tasks to objectives, cut the rest, and show real progress.‍
Risks surfaced early: blockers have an owner and a date, so issues don’t sit silent for weeks.

How to use the template

‍Set the outcome (Day 1). Write one clear sentence and 1–3 KPIs that prove progress.
Choose 3–5 objectives (Day 2). Give each an owner, target date, and Business Value.
Map work to goals (Day 3). Link the right epics/stories to each objective; add simple S/M/L estimates.
Make risks visible (Day 4). Start a dependency list with owner → next step → due date → blocked item.
Keep momentum (Days 5 & 8). Run two short reviews: status → risk → next action; share one-screen updates.
Decide by value (Day 9). Use BV scores to resolve clashes quickly; record the decision.
Show impact & reset (Day 10). Share a short result per objective and book the next two-week plan.

Like the flow? The download gives you the ready-to-use tables and examples so this becomes routine - not a one-off.

Who gets value from this

Program/Delivery leads coordinating multiple teams.
Product & Engineering leaders who want a steady two-week rhythm from plan to visible progress.
Agile coaches who need a simple way to standardise goals, value, and dependencies across teams.