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A window into the learner’s Mind

Howard Gardner's theory of Multiple Intelligences utilizes aspects of cognitive and developmental psychology, anthropology, and sociology to explain the human intellect. The theory was introduced in 1983, with Gardner's book, Frames of Mind.

Culture ,language ,and environment all influence how an individual's intelligence is expressed.

He sees intelligence as taking three forms :

• The ability to solve real–life problems, to find and create problems and to offer a product or a service that is valued in at least one culture(1983)

Gardener’s definition moves away from a quantifiable number on a linguistic or mathematical test and suggests to teachers that examining intelligent behavior to document the full range of a students' capabilities

This theory opens the door for educators and parents to appreciate diverse value systems and behaviors ,so important to our growing diverse student population

Use the checklist to find more about how you learn best according to your own intelligence profile. At the end of the questionnaire you will find some ideas about how to learn based on your Multiple Intelligences profile

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know? know? Learn?