Gardener: Multiple Intelligences By: Laura & Kristin

Intelligence The ability to apply past knowledge and experiences flexibly to accomplish challenging new tasks. Intelligence is: Adaptive Involves learning ability Prior knowledge Many different mental processes Culture specific

Theoretical Perspectives of Intelligence Spearman’s g- Charles Spearman proposed that intelligence compromises both a) a single pervasive reasoning ability that is used on a wide variety of tasks. b) a number of narrow abilities involved in executing particular tasks . Cattell-Horn-Carroll Theory of Cognitive Abilities- Raymond Cattell proposed that students differ in fluid intelligence (their ability to acquire knowledge quickly and adapt to new situations) and crystallized intelligence ( the knowledge and skills they have accumulated from their experiences, schooling and culture.

Gardener’s Multiple Intelligences Linguistic Intelligence- ability to use language effectively ex. Writing poetry Logical- Mathematical Intelligence- ability to reason logically especially in mathematics and science. ex. Solving math problems quickly Spatial Intelligence- ability to notice details of what one sees and to imagine and manipulate visual objects in one’s mind. ex. Conjuring up mental images Musical Intelligence- the ability to create comprehend and appreciate music. ex. Playing a musical instrument

Bodily –Kinesthetic Intelligence- the ability to use one’s body skillfully. Ex. Sports Interpersonal Intelligence- ability to notice subtle aspects of other people’s behaviors. Ex. Correctly perceiving another’s mood. Intra-personal Intelligence- awareness of one’s own feelings, motives and desires Ex. Identifying the motives, guiding one’s own behavior Naturalist Intelligence- the ability to recognize the patterns in nature and differences among natural objects and life forms. Ex. Classifying natural forms ( rocks, minerals and types of mountains.)