1. Multiple Intelligences
In What Ways Am I Smart?
Multiple Intelligences

3. What does it mean to be intelligent in today’s society?
How de we measure intelligence?
Inside school?
Outside of school?

4. What is it?
“The theory of multiple intelligences proposes that each individual has a unique combination of intelligences through which he or she is able to learn or teach new information. Although each human has all nine identified intelligences, no two individuals have the same amount of each.”

5. Gardener’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences
Linguistic intelligence “word smart”
Logical-Mathematical “number/reasoning smart”
Visual-Spatial intelligence “picture smart”
Bodily-Kinaesthetic intelligence “body smart”
Musical intelligence “music smart”
Intrapersonal intelligence “self smart”
Interpersonal intelligence “people smart”
Naturalist intelligence “nature smart”
Existentialist intelligence “existence smart

7. Linguistic Intelligence
The ability to use language to express ourselves and to understand other people.
Examples: Poet, writer, lawyer, teacher
Thinks in words (reading, writing, telling stories, playing word games, etc.)

8. Linguistic Cont’d How can I use my Linguistic Intelligence in school?
Tell a story
Tell a joke
Write a poem, legend, play, or news article
Conduct an interview
Conduct research
Use / create acronyms

9. Logical-Mathematical Intelligence
The ability to use numbers and to reason well logically.
Examples: Mathematician, accountant, computer programmer, scientist
Thinks by reasoning (experimenting, questioning, solving logical puzzles, using science materials and manipulatives)

10. Logical-Mathematical Cont’d
How can I use my Logical-Mathematical Intelligence in school?
Memorize things in a logical order
Find fair and logical arguments in debates
Use graphs and charts for presentations
Translate a problem into a math formula
Design and conduct an experiment

11. Visual-Spatial Intelligence
The ability to interpret the world through images and pictures
Examples: hunter, scout, artist, architect, inventor
Thinks in images and pictures: (designing, drawing, doodling)
Learns best through art, videos and movies, imagination games, mazes, illustrated books

12. Visual-Spatial Cont’d
How can I use my Visual-Spatial Intelligence in school?
Create or interpret:
A chart, map, or graph
A slide show, video, or photo album / collage
A piece of art or informative poster

13. Bodily-Kinaesthetic Intelligence
The ability to use our body to learn / express ideas and feelings; the ability to use our body to make or change things
Examples: Actor, athlete, sculptor, mechanic, surgeon
Thinks through movement: dancing, running, jumping, building / creating
Learns through role-play, drama, movement, activities, sports, and hands-on learning

15. Bodily-Kinaesthetic Cont’d
How can I use my Bodily-Kinaesthetic Intelligence in school?
Move around the classroom often
Build or construct something
Create a sequence of movement to explain or portray a concept / idea
Use hands-on materials
Plan and attend a field trip
Play sports

16. Musical Intelligence
The ability to think in music; to hear patterns and recognize, remember, and manipulate them
Examples: Singer, song-writer, composer, music critic
Thinks through rhythms and melodies: Singing, whistling, tapping feet.
Learns best when listening to or creating music

17. Musical Cont’d How can I use my Musical Intelligence in school?
Interpret the messages / themes in songs
Sing / rap a song that explains an idea
Create a presentation with music
Play instruments
or sing at school
Field trips to concerts

18. Intrapersonal Intelligence
The ability to understand one’s own thoughts, feelings, and reactions to others. Introspective.
Examples:
Philosopher
Poet
Counselor
Learns through reflecting, setting goals, dreaming, being quiet, working at own pace, making choices

19. Intrapersonal Cont’d
How can I use my Intrapersonal Intelligence at school?
Work at own pace, make own decisions
Write a journal entry or reflection
Assess own work
Offer unique, thoughtful opinions and insights during group work

20. Interpersonal Intelligence
The ability to understand thoughts, feelings, and motivations of other people; the ability to interact well with others.
Examples:
Salesperson
Teacher
Social Worker
Politician
Learns by talking with others, leading, organizing, socializing / partying

21. Interpersonal Cont’d
How can I use my Interpersonal Intelligence at school?
Pair / group work
Games
Organize social events (school dance, etc.)
Hold a meeting, discussion, or debate
Teach someone something
Participate in a service learning project
Give feedback to others on their work

22. Naturalist Intelligence
The ability to connect with and respond to living beings (plants, animals), the natural world, and the environment.
Examples:
Student
Hunter
Farmer
Botanist
Thinks through interaction with nature and the environment: exploring the community, camping, organizing events

23. Naturalist Cont’d How can I use my Naturalist Intelligence at school?
Organize / categorize information
Care for pets, wildlife, gardens, or parks
Participate in service learning
Draw or photograph natural objects or the community

24. Existentialist Intelligence
The ability and proclivity to pose (and ponder) questions about life, death, and ultimate realities.
A need to see the “Big Picture” in order to understand the smaller parts. Have a strong connection with family, friends
Express a sense of belonging to a global community

25. Existentialist Intelligence
How can I use my Existentialist Intelligence at school?
Seek meaningful learning
Look for connections across the curriculum
Enjoy literature, customs from other cultures
Get involved with political causes
Social Justice club
Community service
Charity work

26. Student Test- Try test http://literacyworks.org/mi/assessment/
findyourstrengths.html

27. Holistic Learning
First Nations Holistic Lifelong Learning Model