1. Multiple Intelligences
How Do You Learn Best?

2. Howard Gardner 1943 - Present Harvard Graduate School of Education
“An important part of that understanding is knowing who we are and what we can do... Ultimately, we must synthesize our understandings for ourselves.” (Howard Gardner 1999)

3. Gardner’s Theory
“…that there exists a multitude of intelligences, quite independent of each other; that each intelligence has its own strengths and constraints…” (Gardner, 1993, xxiii)
8 types of “Intelligences”
There is no single measure of intelligence.
Each person possesses a spectrum of intelligences that are combined and used in personal ways.
Intelligences evolve with development and application.

4. Verbal/Linguistic Intelligence
Listens and responds to the spoken word.
Enjoys reading, writing, and discussing.
Remembers what has been said.
Remembers what has been read.
Speaks and writes effectively.
Can learn other languages.

5. Verbal/Linguistic Intelligence
Careers:
Radio/TV Announcer
Writer
Librarian
Lawyer
Teacher
Politician
Translator
Comedian
Study Tips:
Detailed Notes
Flash cards (memorization)
Read out loud
Group Discussion
Debate

6. Logical/Mathematical Intelligence
analyze problems logically
Is familiar with the concepts of quantity, time, and cause and effect.
The ability to detect patterns, reason deductively and think logically.

7. Logical/Mathematical Intelligence
Careers:
Accountant
Computer programmer
Pharmacist
Scientist
Banker
Doctor
Engineer
City Planner
Study Tips:
Make Charts/ Graphs of new information
Organized Notes based on Categories or importance

8. Bodily/Kinesthetic Intelligence
Prefers to touch, handle, or manipulate what is to be learned.
Develops coordination and a sense of timing.
Learns best by direct involvement and participation.
Remembers most clearly what was done, rather than what was said or observed.

9. Bodily/Kinesthetic Intelligence
Careers:
Dancer
Construction
Coach
Athlete
Architect
Mechanic
Massage Therapist
Clown
Study Tips:
Act out concepts
Study with others
Real life examples to connect with new concepts

10. Visual/Spatial Intelligence
Learns by seeing and observing.
Recognizes faces, objects, shapes, colors, details, and scenes.
Uses visual images as an aid in recalling information.
Enjoys doodling, drawing, painting, sculpting, or otherwise reproducing objects in visible form.

11. Visual/Spatial Intelligence
Careers:
Photographer
Landscaper
Pilot
Artist
Decorator
Fashion Designer
Makeup Artist
Surgeon
Study Tips:
Make pictures when studying
Graphs and charts to visualize new information

12. Musical Intelligence
skill in the performance, composition, and appreciation of musical patterns.
recognize and compose musical pitches, tones, and rhythms.
Develops the ability to sing and/or play an instrument.

13. Musical Intelligence Careers: Study Tips: Composer Dancer Disc Jockey
Figure Skater
Song Writer
Singer
Band Member
Conductor
Study Tips:
Listen to music while studying
Use Rhymes to help remember information
Make songs from class notes

14. Interpersonal Intelligence
Perceives the feelings, thoughts, motivations, behaviors, and lifestyles of others.
Forms and maintains social relationships.
It allows people to work effectively with others.

15. Interpersonal Intelligence
Careers:
Travel Agent
Therapist
Religious Leader
Home maker
Nurse
Politician
Receptionist
Waiter
Social Worker
Study Tips:
Study with others
Discussion Groups
Blogging with classmates about class issues

16. Intrapersonal Intelligence
Understands oneself, and appreciates one's feelings, fears and motivations.
Works independently.
Establishes and lives by an ethical value system.
Strives for self-actualization.

17. Intrapersonal Intelligence
Careers:
Creative Writer
Philosopher
Self Employed People
Entrepreneur
Counselor
Psychologist
Researcher
Guru
Study Tips:
Study Alone
Personal incites along with class notes to clarify information
Quiet surroundings

18. Naturalist Intelligence
Recognizes and can name many different types of trees, flowers, and plants.
Has an interest in and good knowledge of how the body works and keeps abreast of health issues.
Has an understanding of, and interest in, the main global environmental issues.

19. Naturalist Intelligence
Careers:
Biologist
Park Ranger
Veterinarian
Geographer
Chef
Astronomer
Environmentalist
Weather Forecaster
Study Tips:
Study outdoors
Connect new knowledge with prior knowledge
Focus on how information connects to natural surroundings

20. What is your strongest Intelligence?

21. References
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