A study on Validating learning style questionnaire LSQ by measuring students learning style in Asian context

Seemant Kumar Yadav; Vikas Tripathi

doi:10.1921/jpts.v15i2.943

Authors

Seemant Kumar Yadav GLA University ,Mathura
Vikas Tripathi GLA University Mathura

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1921/jpts.v15i2.943

Abstract

Learning Style Questionnaire (LSQ) is most widely used tool for assessing learning style, but there are very little empirical evidences available, addressing its psychometric properties. The present study is an attempt to infuse this disparity by using Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA).The outcome of the study and its discussion is also given for managerial and academic implications.

Author Biographies

Seemant Kumar Yadav, GLA University ,Mathura

Asst.Prof. Institute of Business Management

Vikas Tripathi, GLA University Mathura

Professor and Head

IBM GLA University Mathura

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