USE YOUR BRAIN Multiple Intelligences MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCES The

USE YOUR BRAIN Multiple Intelligences

MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCES “The theory of multiple intelligences was developed in 1983 by Dr. Howard Gardner, professor of education at Harvard University. It suggests that the traditional notion of intelligence, based on I. Q. testing, is far too limited. Instead, Dr. Gardner proposes eight different intelligences to account for a broader range of human potential in children and adults. ” Thomas Armstrong - www. Thomas. Armstrong. com Dr. Gardner

Multiple Intelligences “Dr. Gardner says that our schools and culture focus most of their attention on linguistic and logical-mathematical intelligence. We esteem the highly articulate or logical people of our culture. However, Dr. Gardner says that we should also place equal attention on individuals who show gifts in the other intelligences. Unfortunately, many children who have these gifts don’t receive much reinforcement for them in school. Many of these kids, in fact, end up being labeled ‘learning disabled, ’ ‘ADD’ (attention deficit disorder), or simply underachievers, when their unique ways of thinking and learning aren’t addressed by a heavily linguistic or logical mathematical classroom. ” Thomas Armstrong - www. Thomas. Armstrong. com Gifted and Talented Students handout

The Multiple Intelligences are: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Verbal/Linguistic Intelligence - “word smart” Logical-mathematical Intelligence - “number/reasoning smart” Visual/Spatial Intelligence - “picture smart” Bodily/Kinesthetic Intelligence - “body smart” Musical/Rhythmic Intelligence - “music smart” Interpersonal Intelligence - “people smart” Intrapersonal Intelligence - “self smart” Naturalist Intelligence - “nature smart” • Beside each intelligence write the name of a famous person who would be a good example of that type of intelligence

Human Hunt Your job now is to walk around the room and find people who can exhibit one of these intelligences found on the next slide. Get them to initial your piece of paper. You can only get one person’s initials once. You cannot sign your own sheet. Have fun with this.

Human Hunt: Multiple Intelligence Checklist • Whistle or sing at least 5 seconds from a song • Complete this numerical sequence 1, 2, 4, 8, ___ and explain the logic behind it • Draw a picture of a car, wolverine, or pair of shoes • Do the mono or any other dance • Share a dream you’ve had in the past week • Someone who can honestly say they are comfortable talking to everyone in this activity • Recite the lyrics to any poem, rap, or song, or quote

An example of intelligence? Linguistic Intelligence • Skilled with words • “The Word Player” • Poets, writers, Newscasters He was a C student in College Stephen King

An example of intelligence? Logical/ Mathematical Intelligence • Skilled with numbers & reasoning • “The Questioner” • Accountants, Bankers, • Medicine, Scientific research Albert Einstein He did outstandingly well in physics and mathematics, but failed the non-science subjects, doing especially badly in French

An example of intelligence? Spatial Intelligence • Skilled with pictures & images • “The Visualizer” • Artists, Architecture, Advertising Walt Disney He dropped out of High School to join the war effort

An example of intelligence? Sidney Crosby Bodily/ Kinesthetic Intelligence • Physical skill • “The Mover” • Athletes, Dancers, Actors, Mimes, Physical Education

An example of intelligence? Musical Intelligence • Skilled with melody & rhythm • “The Music Lover” • Musicians, Composers, Music teachers, Musical Theater Taylor Swift

An example of intelligence? Interpersonal Intelligence • Skills of social understanding • “The Socializer” • Counselors, Politicians, Sociologists, Therapists Adolf Hitler Dropped out of school at 16

An example of intelligence? Intrapersonal Intelligence • Skills of self-knowledge • “The Individual” • Psychiatry, Spiritual Counseling, Philosopher Sigmund Freud

An example of intelligence? David Suzuki Naturalistic Intelligence • Skills of making connection to elements in nature • “The Outdoorsman” • Farmers, Gardeners, Florists, Geologists, Archaeologists

Linguistic If you have strong linguistic intelligence you might learn better by • Reading • Memorizing • Playing word games (Scrabble, Anagrams, Password) • Making up rhymes, puns • Using the internet

Logical/Mathematical Learner If you have strong logical-mathematical intelligence you might learn better by • Recording information systematically • Setting up experiments (“What if…? ”) • Playing strategy games (Chess, Checkers) • Analyzing data • Asking logical questions • Using the internet

Spatial Learner If you have strong spatial intelligence you might learn better by • Studying pictures • Watching videos • Using visual, tangible aids • Doing mazes, puzzles • Making predictions • Using the internet

Bodily/Kinesthetic Learner If you have strong bodily-kinesthetic intelligence you might learn better by • Doing role plays • Constructing physical examples • Exercising while reviewing • Visiting museums, institutions, parks • Asking logical questions • Using the internet

Musical Learner If you have strong musical intelligence you might learn better by • Listening to recordings • Talking to yourself • Making up songs • Mentally repeating information • Reading aloud • Changing tempo

Interpersonal Learner If you have strong interpersonal intelligence you might learn better by • Studying in groups • Comparing information with others • Interviewing experts • Relating personal experiences • Being a teamplayer • Doing cooperative projects

Intrapersonal Learner If you have strong intrapersonal intelligence you might learn better by • Avoiding distractions • Establishing personal goals • Playing solitary games • Setting own pace • Working alone • Relating personal experiences

Naturalistic Learner If you have strong naturalistic intelligence you might learn better by • Studying outside • Learning in the presence of plants & pets • Relating environmental issues to topics • Smelling, seeing touching, tasting, • Observing natural phenomenon

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Verbal-Linguisitc Intelligence • Word smart people – or those who possess verbal-linguistic intelligence – feature exceptional verbal skills. They are highly-sensitive to meanings, sounds and rhythms of words. In essence, they possess great capacities in writing, reading, teaching and listening. If you want to be smart in the verbal-linguistic aspect, take heed of the following tips: 2/11/2022 Ebeling, Gallaudet University 24

Verbal-Linguisitc Intelligence • Keep a journal of things that fascinate or interest you • Write about a country or city you want to visit • Write a literary masterpiece Ebeling, Gallaudet University 2/11/2022 25

Mathematical-Logical Intelligence • Defined as the skill to think abstractly and conceptually, this intelligence is often seen in number smart people such as engineers, scientists and mathematicians. If you want to develop exceptional skills in logical and mathematical problem solving, then these brain exercises can definitely help you out Ebeling, Gallaudet University 2/11/2022 26

Mathematical-Logical Intelligence • Play card games • Break secret codes • Join a math club Ebeling, Gallaudet University 2/11/2022 27

Visual-Spatial Intelligence • Accurate and abstract visualization is just one of the many skills possessed by ‘picture smart’ persons. With their exceptional ability in thinking in pictures, visually-spatially intelligent people can paint, construct and design objects with relative ease. If you want to hone this kind of smartness – then make sure to do the following mental workouts: 2/11/2022 Ebeling, Gallaudet University 28

Visual-Spatial Intelligence • Play Puzzles • Play Chess • Utilize Google Earth and Maps, but not the navigation Ebeling, Gallaudet University 2/11/2022 29

Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence • Wonder why professional athletes boast of perfect score cards? And why dancers can jive to fast tunes all so well? That is because they possess bodily-kinesthetic intelligence, outlined as the ability to skilfully handling objects and controlling physical movements. Here are some tips that can help you become physically smart: Ebeling, Gallaudet University 2/11/2022 30

Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence • Practice and Play Sports • Play Charades • Join Acting Classes Ebeling, Gallaudet University 2/11/2022 31

Musical Intelligence • Singers, composers and musicians usually possess this kind of intelligence. Such ‘musical smart’ persons can appreciate and produce perfect timbre, rhythm and pitch. Become the musical virtuoso you aspire to be by training your mental faculties with these methods: Ebeling, Gallaudet University 2/11/2022 32

Musical Intelligence • Sing! • Learn how to play an instrument • Listen to different types of music Ebeling, Gallaudet University 2/11/2022 33

Interpersonal Intelligence • A people-smart person, or one who possesses interpersonal intelligence, excels in determining and responding to the motivations, moods and desires of other people. Known as the ability to empathize and visualize from numerous perspectives, interpersonal intelligence is often seen in counselors, ministers and politicians. Solidify your counseling and interpersonal skills with the help of such 2/11/2022 techniques: Ebeling, Gallaudet University 34

Interpersonal Intelligence • Be Empathetic • Socialize Ebeling, Gallaudet University 2/11/2022 35

Intrapersonal Intelligence • Theorists, and philosophers are seen to possess this kind of intelligence. Self smart people are said to be aware of their own values, beliefs, feelings, and attitudes. Improve your self-reflection by conditioning your mind with the following activities: Ebeling, Gallaudet University 2/11/2022 36

Intrapersonal Intelligence • Formulate Your Own Personal Development Plan • Engage in Personal Pep Talk Ebeling, Gallaudet University 2/11/2022 37

Naturalist Intelligence • Individuals who are ‘nature smart’ excel in applying scientific theories to real-life scenarios. Landscape architects, naturalists and scientists are said to be ‘nature smart. ’ Do you want to become just like them? Then here are ways on how you can improve your Naturalist Intelligence: Ebeling, Gallaudet University 2/11/2022 38

Naturalist Intelligence • Experience the great outdoors • Do gardening Ebeling, Gallaudet University 2/11/2022 39