Multiple IntelligencesMultiple Intelligences

What constitutes an intelligent person? What people are considered

to be the most intelligent?

““we are not all the same, we do not we are not all the same, we do not all have the same kinds of minds, all have the same kinds of minds,

and education works most effectively and education works most effectively for most individuals if…human for most individuals if…human differences are taken seriouslydifferences are taken seriously””

(Gardner, 1995, p. 208)(Gardner, 1995, p. 208)

Multiple IntelligencesMultiple Intelligences

Based on Gardner’s theory (1983)

Based on notion that intelligence, based on IQ testing, is far too limited.

Proposes eight different intelligences to account for a broader range of human potential.

Theory suggests multiple ways the content may be taught to facilitate learning.

Eight Ways of Knowing!Eight Ways of Knowing!Multiple Intelligences AppliedMultiple Intelligences Applied

Logical-MathematicalIntelligence

("number smart" or "logic smart")

Tend to think more conceptually and abstractly and often see patterns and relationships that others miss.Like to conduct experiments, to solve puzzles and other problemsEnjoy working with numbers and math formulas Love the challenge of a complex problem to solve

Uses numbers, math, and logic to find and understand various patternsBegin with concrete patterns in the real world, but gets increasingly abstract as try to understand the relationships among patterns

Visual-SpatialIntelligences

("art smart" or "picture smart")

Represents the knowing that occurs through shapes, images, patterns, and designs we seeAlso includes the images we are able to conjure in our headsTend to think in images and pictures

Very aware of objects, shapes, colors, and patternsLike to draw, paint, and make interesting designs and patternsLove to work jigsaw puzzles, read maps, and find their way around new places

Bodily-KinestheticIntelligence

("body smart" or "movement smart")

Learning by doingKnowing happens through physical movement and through the knowing of our physical body

Tend to have a keen sense of body awarenessLike physical movement, making things with hands, role playingLike physical gamesLike to demonstrate how to do somethingFind it difficult to sit still for long periods of time

Musical-RhythmicIntelligence

("music smart" or "sound smart")

Knowing that happens through sound and vibrationDeals with the whole realm of sound, tones, beats, and vibrational patterns

Very sensitive to sounds in the environmentStudy and work better with music in the backgroundSkilled at mimicking sounds, language accents, and speech patterns

NaturalistIntelligence("nature smart" or

"environment smart")

Knowing what occurs in and through our encounters with the natural worldInvolves species discernment, communion with the natural world, and ability to recognize and classify various fauna

Have a profound love for the outdoors, animals, and plantsFascinated by and noticeably affected by weather, changing leaves, sound of the wind, warm sun, or an insect in the roomHave an affinity with respect for all living beings

InterpersonalIntelligence

("people smart" or "group smart")

The person-to-person way of knowing

Knowing what happens when we work with and relate to people

Develops a whole range of social skills

Learn through personal interactions

Have lots of friends

Love team activities

“Pull your own weight”

Sensitive to people’s feelings and ideas

IntrapersonalIntelligence

("self smart" or"introspection smart")

Self-reflective abilities

Introspective intelligence

Want to know the meaning, purpose, and significance of things

Involves awareness of the inner world

Like to work aloneSelf-reflective and self-awareIn tune with inner feelingsBear creative wisdomStrong willed, self-confident, and have well-thought out opinions on almost any issue

Verbal-LinguisticIntelligence

("word smart" or "book smart")

Knowing that which comes through the language

Understands the order and meaning of words

Have highly developed skills for reading, speaking, and writing

Like various kinds of literature, playing word games, debating, and creative writing

Love learning new words

Comprehension of anything read is high