Multiple Intelligences

Multiple Intelligences: 8 Ways of Teaching and Learning
By Russ Headley
Integrating Technology

What are Multiple Intelligences?
“The uniqueness and diversity of students tells us that students are not just smart in one or two ways but in many ways.”---Howard Gardner
As teachers, we should be aware of the 8 categories of Multiple Intelligences and adjust our teaching to accommodate these 8 categories, if possible

#1: Verbal/Linguistic
Students who enjoy reading, speaking and discussing, writing, language, visual learning
As a teacher, consider how you can use the spoken or written word to engage these students
Read books and novels, tell stories, discuss or debate, write essays, keep journals, learn vocabulary words, study etymology, etc.

#2: Logical/Mathematical
Students who enjoy math, numbers, logic
As a teacher, consider how you can use numbers, calculations, logic, classifications, or critical thinking to engage these students
Analyze data, apply information, decipher codes, list or organize facts, play pattern games, use graphic organizers, do calculations, use spreadsheets, etc.

#3: Visual/Spatial
Students who enjoy arts and crafts, drawing, painting, pictures, photography
As a teacher, consider how you can use visual aids, visualization, color, art, metaphor, or visual organizers
Create collages, montages, designs, illustrations, mobiles, posters, sculptures, puppets, paintings or drawings, films, maps, puzzles, mazes, page layout software, etc.

#4: Musical
Students who enjoy music, sound, rhythm, melody, singing, performance
As a teacher, consider how you can use music, singing, and sounds to engage learners
Create melodies, sounds, songs, jingles; perform individually or as a class or small group, evaluate music, use music software, interpret lyrics, listen to background music, play an instrument

#5: Bodily/Kinesthetic
Students who enjoy “hands-on” learning, body expression, fine motor skills, physical exercise
As a teacher, consider how you can involve the whole body and “hands-on” experiences to engage students
Consider acting out concepts, using movements and formations, doing without talking, pantomime, skits, charades, building models and projects, visiting places, assembling and disassembling things, playing sports, stretching, yoga, working out, etc.

#6: Naturalist
Students who love nature, observing, recording observations, and interacting with plant and animals
As a teacher, consider how you can incorporate nature in your classroom
Consider visiting a zoo, farm, aquarium, forest; take nature hikes or conduct class outside, record observation about nature, grow flowers, plant trees, devise classification systems, care for pets

#7: Interpersonal
Students who like to work with others, solve conflicts, organize others
As a teacher, consider how you can use debates, discussions, team activities, interviews, active listening, sharing, tutoring
Consider using collaborative learning, compromising, mediation, role-playing, solving problems as teams, planning events, motivating others, delegating tasks

#8: Intrapersonal
Students who are introspective, reflective, private, independent learners
As a teacher, consider action plans, setting goals, reflection and introspection, diaries and journals, silent reading, alternatives
Consider relating content to personal experiences, defending a position, examining feelings and memories, autobiographies, personal poetry, listing priorities

Conclusion
Consider these 8 Multiple Intelligences and how you might be able to use each of them to more effectively teach and engage your students.
Remember: “Variety is the spice of life,” and if you incorporate these 8 ideas, your teaching becomes more exciting, varied, and interesting!
Go to these links to test your own and your students’ multiple intelligences! http://www.berghuis.co.nz/abiator/lsi/mi_test.html
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