1. Howard Gardner Theory of Multiple Intelligences ED 530 Theorist Presentation Spring Semester 2010 Dorene Byler

2. Background Born July 11, 1943 in Scranton, PA Parents were refugees from Germany who came to the USA in 1938 Was an accomplished child pianist Considered being a professional pianist for a time Taught piano lessons from 1958 to 1969 B.A. In Social Relations from Harvard College in 1965 Ph.D. In Psychology from Harvard University in 1971

3. Background Studied with well-known developmental psychologists Jerome Bruner and Erik Erikson Intended to study children and artistic abilities, but became enthralled with neuropsychology. Received a postdoctoral fellowship under famous neuropsychologist Norman Geschwind at the Boston Veterans Hospital. Conducted years of research in normal and gifted children, and in adults who experienced brain damage Developed a theory of multiple intelligences and presented it for the first time in Frames of Mind (1983)

4. Background Began teaching t the Harvard Graduate School of Education in 1986 Joined Harvard Project Zero in the mid 1980s and is now the Co-Director Project Zero is a group that researches and studies human cognition 1990 – Gardner is the first American to receive the University ofLouisville's Grawemaeyer Award in Education 2000 – he received a Fellowship from the John S. Guggenheim Memorial Foundation

5. Background Has written over 27 books which have been translated into at least 28 different languages Holds Honorary degrees from 26 colleges and universities from five different countries. 2004 – named an Honorary Professor at East China Normal University in Shanghai 2005 & 2008 – was selected by Foreign Policy and 'Prospect magazines as one of the 100 most influential public intellectuals in the world

6. Background Has been elected as a member of the following: American Academy of Arts and Sciences American Philosophical Society National Academy of Education Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts, Manufactures, and Commerce Serves on numerous boards including: Spencer Foundation Amherst College New York's Museum of Modern Art

7. Background Currently, Howard Gardner is: the John H. and Elisabth A. Hobbs Professor of Cognition and Education t the Harvard Graduate School of Education an Adjunct Professor of Psychology at Harvard University an Adjunct Professor of Neurology at the Boston University School of Medicine

8. Multiple Intelligences Different types of human intelligence; the several independent forms of human intelligence that exist, according to one psychological theory, including verbal, quantitative, spatial, musical, kinesthetic, interpersonal, and intrapersonal intelligence. (MSN Encarta, 2010)

9. Multiple Intelligences Linguistic (Verbal) Intelligence Sensitive to the written and spoken language. Having the ability learn languages relatively easily Using language (in various forms) to accomplish goals Having the ability to express oneself through language – spoken and written Includes writers, lawyers, poets, and speakers

10. Multiple Intelligences Logical-Mathematical (Quantitive) Intelligence Having the ability to analyze situations and problems in a logical manner Being able to carry out mathematical operations The investigation of things in a scientific manner Being able to find patterns Deductive reasoning Logical thinking Usually associated with scientists and mathematicians

11. Multiple Intelligences Spatial Intelligence The ability to see and use the patterns of wide and confined areas

12. Multiple Intelligences Musical Intelligence Musical skill – by way of performance, composition, and appreciation of musical patterns The ability to recognize and compose musical pitches, tones, and rhythms Gardner states that musical intelligence and linguistic intelligence run in structures that are almost parallel to each other

13. Multiple Intelligences Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence Using one's body or body parts to solve problems The ability to coordinate movements of body parts Gardner is a firm believer that physical activity is strongly related to mental activity

14. Multiple Intelligences Interpersonal Intelligence Having the ability to understand and interpret the intentions, motivations, and desires of others One works very well with others This intelligence includes teachers, salespeople, religious leaders, political leaders, and counsellors of all kinds

15. Multiple Intelligences Intrapersonal Intelligence Having the ability to fully understand oneself by appreciating one's own feelings, fears, and motivations Gardner believes this intelligence allows people to use the information of their own life to better regulate it

16. World of Education Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences has not been readily accepted by those in the realm of “academic” psychology. However, it has been embraced by educators of all kinds throughout the world. Why does his theory appeal to the world of education?

17. World of Education Why does Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences appeal to educators? His studies prove that if there are multiple intelligences, there are multiple ways of learning and, thus, teaching any given concept. Allows for teachers to better reflect on teaching, analyze data, and develop curricula Helps teachers develop new approaches

18. World of Education Gardner did not have education “in mind” when he did his research on intelligence and developed his theory. He later went back and wrote some books relating his theory to education. He looks at his theory as a way to help those who think “differently” and educators who are looking to change or modify their teaching or approach to help all in the classroom.

19. Conclusion Gardner is of the belief that the education system of today focuses on educating others by using the linguistic and logical-mathematical intelligences. He believes that while these are important and should never be left out of education, there are other approaches to concepts that can be gained by looking into other intelligences.

20. “I want my children to understand the world, but not just because the world is fascinating and the human mind is curious. I want them to understand it so that they will be positioned to make it a better place. Knowledge is not the same as morality, but we need to understand if we are to avoid past mistakes and move in productive directions. An important part of that understanding is knowing who we are and what we can do...Ultimately, we must synthesize our understandings for ourselves. The performance of understanding that try matters are the ones we carry out as human beings in an imperfect world which we can affect for good or for ill.” (Howard Gardner, 1999)

21. References Gardner, Howard Earl (1943 - ). Retrieved February 1, 2010 from http://findarticles.comarticles/mi_g2699/is_0004/ai_ 2699000478/ http://findarticles.comarticles/mi_g2699/is_0004/ai_ 2699000478/ Gardner, Howard (1999). The Disciplined Mind: Beyond Facts And Standardized Tests, The K – 12 Education That Every Child Deserves, New York: Simon and Schuster (and New York: Penguin Putnam). History of Howard Gardner, The. Retrieved Janury 29, 2010 from http://www.howardgardner.com/bio/lerner_winner.htm http://www.howardgardner.com/bio/lerner_winner.htm

22. References Howard Gardner, Multiple Intelligences and Education. Retrieved Friday, January 29,2010 from http://www.infed.org/thinkers/gardner.htm http://www.infed.org/thinkers/gardner.htm Howard Gardner short biography. Retrieved February 3, 2010 from http:pzweb.harvard.edu/PIs/HG.htmhttp:pzweb.harvard.edu/PIs/HG.htm MSN Encarta. Retrieved February 1, 2010 from http://encarta.msn.com/dictionary_1861631837/mulitpl e_intelligences.html http://encarta.msn.com/dictionary_1861631837/mulitpl e_intelligences.html Multiple Intelligences. Retrieved Monday, February 1, 2010 from http://www.thomasarmstrong.com/multiple_intelligenc es.htm http://www.thomasarmstrong.com/multiple_intelligenc es.htm