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Multiple Intelligences |
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Howard Gardner's theory of Multiple Intelligence describes learners as having unique profiles of intelligences. He identifies 8 intelligences with learners being endowed with strengths and weaknesses in each of the identified areas. The following summaries outline the preferred ways of knowing and understanding the world that may be demonstrated by students as they tap into different intelligence strengths.
word intelligence
Gardner's term: This involves an ease in producing language and a sensitivity to the nuances, order and rhythm of words. Students who exhibit strengths in Word intelligence usually enjoy and may be good at reading, writing and telling stories, explaining things verbally and playing word games and puzzles.
Like to read, write, tell stories... Are good at memorising names, places, dates and trivia... Learn best by saying, hearing and seeing words.
logic and maths intelligence
Gardner's term: This relates to inductive and deductive reasoning and to recognising and using symbols, logic, patterns and relationships. Students with strengths in Logic and Maths intelligence usually enjoy and may show competency in maths, problem solving and reasoning, and often ask logical questions. They enjoy ordering objects, categorising, calculating, experimenting, stating hypotheses and inferring consequences, conducting research, analysing findings and developing logical arguments.
Like to do experiments, figure things out, work with numbers, question... Are good at categorising, reasoning, logic, problem solving... Learn best by classifying, working with abstract patterns / relationships.
space and vision intelligences
Gardner's Terms This is the ability to visualise and create visual representations of the world and manipulate spacial relationships. This intelligence enables individuals to orient themselves and make their way readily in an unfamiliar environment. Students with strengths in Space and Vision intelligence usually enjoy and may be good at art and design, map work, interior design, photography and making creative posters and charts.
Like to view pictures / slides, watch movies, play with machines... Are good at imagining things, sensing changes, mazes / puzzles, reading maps / charts... Learn best by visualising, dreaming, using the mind's eye.
body intelligence
Gardner's terms: This intelligence involves using the body to skilfully perform sequences of movement, communicate ideas and emotions and solve problems. Students with strengths in Body intelligence usually enjoy and may be good at sport, gymnastics, dance or drama.
Like to move around, touch and talk, use body language... Are good at physical activities, (sports / dance / acting), Crafts... Learn best by touching, moving, interacting with space and processing knowledge through bodily sensation.
music intelligence
Gardner's term: This intelligence reflects sensitivity to the pitch, timbre, timing and rhythm of sounds. Students with strengths in Music intelligence enjoy and may be good at remembering melodies, singing, playing musical instruments or creating music.
Like to sing, hum, listen to tunes, play an instrument, respond to music... Are good at picking up sounds, remembering melodies, noticing pitches / rhythms and keeping time... Learn best by rhythm, melody music.
people intelligence
Gardner's term: This intelligence refers to the ability to understand and empathise with people's behaviour and to use these understandings to interact, work with, lead and manage others. Students with strengths in People intelligence tend to enjoy working with others and may be good at leadership, organisational skills, communication, performing in front of others, negotiating and caring about others.
Like to have lots of
friends, talk to people, join groups...
self intelligence
Gardner's term: This intelligence involves the ability to be aware of and understand one's own feelings, strengths, weaknesses and overall behaviour. Students with strengths in Self intelligence tend to reflect a lot on their own learning, feelings and behaviours. They may be good at goal setting and enjoying activities which further their understanding of themselves as individuals.
Like to work alone, pursue
own interests...
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