Multiple Intelligences Based on the work by Howard Gardner
Verbal Linguistic Characteristics Likes to read Enjoys telling /writing stories
Verbal Linguistic Good at memorizing Sensitive to the meanings of words (denotation and connotation)
Verbal Linguistic Takes good notes Is a good listener Can tell a good joke!
Verbal Linguistic Strategies Learn by reading Learn by taking notes Learn by playing with language (written and spoken) Learn words in context Dictate and play back
Mathematical-logical Characteristics Enjoys numbers Likes to do experiments Wants to figure it out on his/her own
Mathematical-logical Precise in their thinking Goal oriented
Mathematical-logical Strategies Analyze the problem Use time lines to sequence events Divide info into categories Use graphic organizers that outline Learn the rules, and then apply them
Visual Spatial Characteristics Likes to draw ….to build ….to design
Visual Spatial Able to visualize objects from different angles Can tell when an object will fit into a space Able to draw or paint from memory
Visual-spatial Strategies Mind-mapping graphic organizers (Inspiration!) Imagining exercises (close your eyes and “see” the scene) Use colors! Use highlighters Create a storyboard with 3x5 cards
Bodily-Kinesthetic Characteristics Able to use the body to express emotion
Bodily-Kinesthetic Ability to play a sport
Bodily-Kinesthetic Create a product (woodworker, car mechanic) Likes to manipulate objects Always moving, touching, talking
Bodily-Kinesthetic Strategies Memorize while moving Roleplaying (online or RL) Simulations (online or RL) Make dioramas, models Play charades Flashcards Scrabble tiles, shaving cream, clay
Musical-rhythmic Characteristics Likes to sing and hum Always has a tune or a beat in his/her head
Musical-rhythmic Characteristics Pencil tappers! Ability to produce and appreciate rhythm and pitch (beats and tunes) Can see patterns
Musical-rhythmic Strategies Use mneumonics Create a song to remember by Use music to study by Chant/rap notes Repeat notes out loud
Interpersonal Characteristics Likes people (social butterflies) Prefers to work in groups
Interpersonal Ability to interact with others Communicates verbally AND non-verbally
Interpersonal Strategies Work in groups! Tutor others Talk through an assignment/problem/ideas with others
Intrapersonal Characteristics Prefer to work alone Ability to self-reflect Aware of one’s own thinking (metacognition)
Intrapersonal Strategies Keep a learning journal Read and work by yourself
Naturalist Prefers to be outdoors
Study and read out doors Naturalist Strategies Study and read out doors