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Multiple Intelligences

Howard Gardner proposed the theory of multiple intelligences, which posits that intelligence is not a single general ability but rather composed of several specific intelligences. The theory identifies eight types of intelligence: linguistic, logical-mathematical, spatial, bodily-kinesthetic, musical, interpersonal, intrapersonal, and naturalistic. Gardner argued that individuals possess different combinations of these intelligences and that effective teaching should incorporate activities that appeal to a wide variety of intelligences. Applying multiple intelligences in education offers benefits like developing students' skills and creating a more learner-centered approach.

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Multiple Intelligences

Howard Gardner proposed the theory of multiple intelligences, which posits that intelligence is not a single general ability but rather composed of several specific intelligences. The theory identifies eight types of intelligence: linguistic, logical-mathematical, spatial, bodily-kinesthetic, musical, interpersonal, intrapersonal, and naturalistic. Gardner argued that individuals possess different combinations of these intelligences and that effective teaching should incorporate activities that appeal to a wide variety of intelligences. Applying multiple intelligences in education offers benefits like developing students' skills and creating a more learner-centered approach.

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Multiple Intelligences
HOWARD GARDNER’S THEORY OF MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCE

 No one approach to measure intelligence


 Learners possess different intelligences
 Applied varied approach to interpret information and solve problems
 Approaches should be student centered
 Students taught by multiple intelligences approach show positive attitude levels
“Anything that is worth teaching can be presented in many different ways. These multiple ways
can make use of our multiple intelligences” – Howard Gardner

What are multiple intelligences?


Intelligence is often considered how well you score on tests or what your grades are in school.

1. Body/Kinesthetic
2. Interpersonal
3. Intra-personal
4. Logical/Rhythmic
5. Linguistic
6. Naturalist

Linguistic Intelligence
1. A person’s ability to use language effectively, both oral and written
ACTIVITIES:
- Storytelling
- Writing a short poem
- Debates
- Group discussions
- Gap fills
- Conductive interviews
- Word games
Visual – Spatial Intelligence
-Ability to imagine and form pictures and transform them into visual ideas ad expressions.
ACTIVITIES:
- Describing pictures
- Using visual images for teaching vocabulary
- Video exercises and multimedia projects
- Using charts and maps
- Graphics analyzers and concept maps

Logical Mathematical Intelligence


-Good at using numbers, solving problems, enjoy facing new challenges in life.
ACTIVITIES:
- Concept mapping
- Flow charts
- Sequencing events in chronological order
- Word – order activities
- Pattern games
- Jigsaw puzzles

Musical Intelligence
-Sensitivity to music rhythm and tone.
ACTIVITIES:
- Playing songs
- Musical cloze activities
- Singing a song or rap
- Making presentations using sound
- Music and tongue twisters

Bodily Kinesthetic Intelligence


-Using part of the entire body in solving a problem, performing a task.
ACTIVITIES:
- Planning and attending a field trip
- Role plays, miming, dancing
- Building models and grammar games
Interpersonal Intelligence
-Empathizing with others.
ACTIVITIES:
- Conducting a meeting
- Group work
- Practice giving and receiving feedback
- Surveys and polls
- Group brainstorming

Intrapersonal Intelligence
-Ability to self-introspect about our abilities, emotions, feelings and appreciate ourselves.
ACTIVITIES:
- Writing journal entries
- Activity involving self – reflection and sharing personal experiences
- Assessing one’s work
- Setting and pursuing a goal

Naturalistic Intelligence
-Our abilities and skills to observe, recognize, analyze the natural world that includes flora and
flaura.
ACTIVITIES:
- Learning vocabulary - exploring outdoors but in English
- Shopping and other field trips
- Collecting plans to learn appropriate vocabulary
- Field trips to museums
- Involvement in environment protection projects
- “Culturally sensitive”

Existential Intelligence
-Our sensitivity to our existence, asking questions about our life and where have we originated
from and where do we go?
ACTIVITIES:
- Cultural lessons and different societies
- Contemplating different religious beliefs but with a reasoning
- Thought provoking activities on challenges and consequences of lifestyle choices

CONCLUSION
Multiple Intelligences theory has more benefits than limitations.
- An opportunity to introspect and analyze on their capabilities
- A paradigm shift in their experiences – can create more learner – centered classes
- Educators can raise the level of linguistic skills of their learners
- It develops their communicative skills.
- A great potential to bring out the best in both the educators as well as learners.

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