Multiple IntelligenceA presentation of the theory of Multiple Intelligence

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Multiple Intelligence

Overview• Musical Intelligence• Bodily Kinesthetic Intelligence• Logical-Mathematical Intelligence• Linguistic Intelligence• Spatial Intelligence• Interpersonal Intelligence• Intrapersonal Intelligence• Naturalist Intelligence

OverviewHoward Gardner’s theory of multiple intelligence asks an interesting question. As a culture, should we wonder more about how intelligent people are or, instead, how they are intelligent. Gardner theorized that all people draw from eight different forms of intelligence, but to different degrees. He further theorized that there may be even more forms of intelligence, such as existential intelligence. Here is a brief rundown of each of the eight main forms of multiple intelligence and examples of jobs that utilize each form of intelligence.

Musical IntelligenceMusical Intelligence, as the name suggests, has to do with music and musical traits. Typically, people with high musical intelligence will have very good rhythm and will usually be able to sing or play an instrument very well. Examples of jobs that use Musical Intelligence are…

• Singers• Conductors• Composers• DJs

Bodily Kinesthetic IntelligenceWhen it comes to matters of the body and how it works, people who excel in Bodily Kinesthetic Intelligence will usually stand out. The skills usually linked to Bodily Kinesthetic Intelligence are good timing and a high capacity for “Muscle Memory”. Examples of jobs that use Bodily Kinesthetic Intelligence are…

• Actors• Surgeons• Soldiers

Logical-Mathematical IntelligenceProblem solving, mathematical equations, and scientific thinking all utilize the Logical-Mathematical Intelligence. Chances are people who enjoy chess or math class are likely to have high Logical-Mathematical Intelligence. Examples of jobs that use Logical-Mathematical Intelligence are…

• Science or Math Teachers• Scientists• Computer Programmers

Linguistic IntelligenceAnother case where the name explains the skills, Linguistic Intelligence deals with language and communication. People with high intelligence in this category often have very good verbal recall and a very robust vocabulary. Examples of jobs that use Linguistic Intelligence are…

• Writers• Language Teachers• Editors• Translators

Spatial IntelligenceSpatial reasoning and configuring can escape a lot of people, but not those with Spatial Intelligence. If you find yourself enjoying a puzzle, you might be one of those people. Examples of jobs that use Spatial Intelligence are…

• Artists• Architects• Database Managers• Home Design

Naturalist IntelligenceNaturalists find peace and intrigue in nature, along with having a natural talent for understanding nature and the environment. People who can take very good care of plants or animals will likely have a large Naturalist Intelligence score. Examples of jobs that use Naturalist Intelligence are…

• Botanists• Veterinarians• Nature Guides• Zoo Workers

Interpersonal IntelligenceWhen interacting with other people, we draw upon our Interpersonal Intelligence for cues on how to act, and how to read and react to others. How easily you can tell a person’s mood or motivations are signs of Interpersonally Intelligent you are. Examples of jobs that use Interpersonal Intelligence are…

• Social Workers• Teachers• Psychologists• Caretakers

Intrapersonal IntelligenceIn contrast to Interpersonal, Intrapersonal Intelligence has to do with ones understanding of themselves. Philosophical and Critical thinking and analysis are common forms of Intrapersonal Intelligence. Examples of jobs that use Intrapersonal Intelligence are…

• Authors• Philosophers• Psychologists

Sources• Psychsmart by McGraw-Hill

• Wikipedia

• E-how

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