Multiple Intelligences The Theory Originally proposed by psychologist

Multiple Intelligences

The Theory… Ø Originally proposed by psychologist Howard Gardner 1983 Ø More accurately defines the concept of intelligence Ø Addresses the question whether methods which claim to measure intelligence (or aspects thereof) are truly scientific

The Theory… Ø Argues that intelligence, particularly as it is traditionally defined, does not sufficiently encompass the wide variety of abilities humans display Ø A child who masters multiplication easily is not necessarily more “intelligent” overall than a child who struggles to do so

The Theory… Ø According to multiple intelligence theory, there are nine basic types of intelligence Ø There are seven major intelligences Ø The last two intelligences are not always included

Logical-Mathematical Ø Has to do with logic, abstractions, reasoning, and numbers Ø There’s an emphasis on reasoning capabilities, abstract patterns of recognition, scientific thinking and investigation, complex calculations Ø It correlates strongly with traditional concepts of "intelligence" or IQ

Verbal - Linguistic Ø Has to do with words, spoken or written Ø People with high verbal-linguistic intelligence display a facility with words and languages Ø They learn foreign languages very easily, good at reading, writing, telling stories & memorizing words and dates

Bodily-Kinaesthetic Ø Control of one's bodily motions and capacity to handle objects skillfully Ø Also includes a sense of timing, a clear sense of the goal of a physical action, along with the ability to train responses so they become like reflexes Ø They learn best by doing something physically, rather than reading or hearing about it

Visual-Spatial Ø Deals with spatial judgement and the ability to visualize with the mind's eye Ø They are also good with puzzles

Musical-Rhythmic Ø Has to do with rhythm, music, and hearing Ø They display greater sensitivity to sounds, rhythms, tones, and music Ø Language skills are typically highly developed and they will sometimes use songs or rhythms to learn

Interpersonal Ø Has to do with interaction with others Ø Tend to be extroverts Ø They are characterized by their sensitivity to others' moods, feelings, temperaments and motivations, and their ability to cooperate in order to work as part of a group

Intrapersonal Ø Has to do with introspective and self-reflective capacities Ø Typically introverted Ø Refers to having a deep understanding of the self

Naturalistic Ø One of the two “other” intelligences Ø Has to do with nature, nurturing and relating information to one’s natural surroundings

Existential Ø The second of the two “other” intelligences Ø Sensitivity and capacity to tackle deep questions about human existence, such as the meaning of life, why do we die, and how did we get here