Multiple Intelligences How Do You Learn Best Howard

Multiple Intelligences How Do You Learn Best?

Howard Gardner • 1943 - Present • Harvard Graduate School of Education • “An important part of that understanding is knowing who we are and what we can do. . . Ultimately, we must synthesize our understandings for ourselves. ” (Howard Gardner 1999)

Gardner’s Theory • “…that there exists a multitude of intelligences, quite independent of each other; that each intelligence has its own strengths and constraints…” (Gardner, 1993, xxiii) • 8 types of “Intelligences” – There is no single measure of intelligence. – Each person possesses a spectrum of intelligences that are combined and used in personal ways. – Intelligences evolve with development and application.

Verbal/Linguistic Intelligence • Listens and responds to the spoken word. • Enjoys reading, writing, and discussing. • Remembers what has been said. • Remembers what has been read. • Speaks and writes effectively. • Can learn other languages.

Verbal/Linguistic Intelligence • Careers: – – – – Radio/TV Announcer Writer Librarian Lawyer Teacher Politician Translator Comedian • Study Tips: – Detailed Notes – Flash cards (memorization) – Read out loud – Group Discussion – Debate

Logical/Mathematical Intelligence • analyze problems logically • Is familiar with the concepts of quantity, time, and cause and effect. • The ability to detect patterns, reason deductively and think logically.

Logical/Mathematical Intelligence • Careers: – – – – Accountant Computer programmer Pharmacist Scientist Banker Doctor Engineer City Planner • Study Tips: – Make Charts/ Graphs of new information – Organized Notes based on Categories or importance

Bodily/Kinesthetic Intelligence • Prefers to touch, handle, or manipulate what is to be learned. • Develops coordination and a sense of timing. • Learns best by direct involvement and participation. • Remembers most clearly what was done, rather than what was said or observed.

Bodily/Kinesthetic Intelligence • Careers: – – – – Dancer Construction Coach Athlete Architect Mechanic Massage Therapist Clown • Study Tips: – Act out concepts – Study with others – Real life examples to connect with new concepts

Visual/Spatial Intelligence • Learns by seeing and observing. • Recognizes faces, objects, shapes, colors, details, and scenes. • Uses visual images as an aid in recalling information. • Enjoys doodling, drawing, painting, sculpting, or otherwise reproducing objects in visible form.

Visual/Spatial Intelligence • Careers: – – – – Photographer Landscaper Pilot Artist Decorator Fashion Designer Makeup Artist Surgeon • Study Tips: – Make pictures when studying – Graphs and charts to visualize new information

Musical Intelligence • skill in the performance, composition, and appreciation of musical patterns. • recognize and compose musical pitches, tones, and rhythms. • Develops the ability to sing and/or play an instrument.

Musical Intelligence • Careers: – – – – Composer Dancer Disc Jockey Figure Skater Song Writer Singer Band Member Conductor • Study Tips: – Listen to music while studying – Use Rhymes to help remember information – Make songs from class notes

Interpersonal Intelligence • Perceives the feelings, thoughts, motivations, behaviors, and lifestyles of others. • Forms and maintains social relationships. • It allows people to work effectively with others.

Interpersonal Intelligence • Careers: – – – – – Travel Agent Therapist Religious Leader Home maker Nurse Politician Receptionist Waiter Social Worker • Study Tips: – Study with others – Discussion Groups – Blogging with classmates about class issues

Intrapersonal Intelligence • Understands oneself, and appreciates one's feelings, fears and motivations. • Works independently. • Establishes and lives by an ethical value system. • Strives for self-actualization.

Intrapersonal Intelligence • Careers: – – – – Creative Writer Philosopher Self Employed People Entrepreneur Counselor Psychologist Researcher Guru • Study Tips: – Study Alone – Personal incites along with class notes to clarify information – Quiet surroundings

Naturalist Intelligence • Recognizes and can name many different types of trees, flowers, and plants. • Has an interest in and good knowledge of how the body works and keeps abreast of health issues. • Has an understanding of, and interest in, the main global environmental issues.

Naturalist Intelligence • Careers: – – – – Biologist Park Ranger Veterinarian Geographer Chef Astronomer Environmentalist Weather Forecaster • Study Tips: – Study outdoors – Connect new knowledge with prior knowledge – Focus on how information connects to natural surroundings

What is your strongest Intelligence?

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