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GARDNER’S THEORY OF MULTIPLE
INTELLIGENCESSteven PrenticeAlex Haywood
Gardner’s Theory
Gardner’s theory is based around differentiated intelligence, rather than a single general ability
The idea is that teaching styles can be catered to students with specific learning styles
8 Different Intelligences
Spatial Linguistic Logical-mathematical Bodily-kinesthetic Musical Interpersonal Intrapersonal Naturalistic
Spatial
The ability to see things with a mind’s eye
Good with puzzles and other visual stimuli
Career examples: Architect, Interior designer, artist
Linguistic
Learns well through words, spoken or written.
Learns by taking notes, listening to lectures, or reading
Good at speaking, reading, and writing
Careers: Writer, journalist, Editor
Logical-mathematical
Strong with abstract reasoning and numbers
Not necessarily good at math, but have strong reasoning skills
Careers: Engineer, Scientist, Accountant
Bodily-kinesthetic
Adept with bodily motions Like to work with hands
Learn best by using their body and moving around
Careers: Construction worker, Athlete
Musical
Ability to understand rhythms, sounds, tones, music
Learn best through lecture because of the auditory component
Careers: Musician, Music teacher, conductors
Interpersonal
Strong people skills
Learns well with others and groups
Tends to be extraverted
Careers: Social worker, Teachers, Salesperson
Intrapersonal
Has a deep understanding of oneself—their own strengths and weaknesses
Can predict their own emotions/reactions
Careers: Authors, Counselors, Psychologists
Naturalistic
In tune with one’s natural surroundings
Understanding of nature
Careers: Farmers, Gardeners
References
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Theory_of_multiple_intelligences
http://www.indiana.edu/~intell/mitheory.shtml
http://serendip.brynmawr.edu/biology/b103/f01/web2/wise.html
http://www2.gsu.edu/~mstnrhx/457/mi.htm
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