What type of assessment would best support the identification of how a learner collects information from their environment?

The appropriate type of assessment for identifying how a learner collects information from their environment is a preference assessment. This assessment allows practitioners to determine what stimuli or items a learner prefers or is most engaged by. By understanding these preferences, educators can tailor their instruction to align with the learner's interests, thereby enhancing their engagement and motivation.

In the context of gathering information from the environment, knowing what a learner enjoys or is drawn to can provide insights into their learning style and how they interact with their surroundings. For example, if a learner shows strong interest in certain activities or objects, educators can incorporate these elements into lessons to facilitate better learning and information absorption.

While other assessments like antecedent and consequence analyses focus more on behavioral triggers and outcomes respectively, they do not directly assess the learner's information-gathering preferences in relation to their environment. Behavior assessments also monitor and evaluate specific behaviors but don’t specifically address preferences in how information is collected or engaged with. Therefore, a preference assessment is specifically designed to pinpoint interests that can influence how learners navigate their environments.