2. What is this Theory?
Breaks down seven different “intelligences” to categorize talents and skills.
Gardner “ Seven kinds of intelligence would allow seven ways to teach ,
rather than one.
All 7 are necessary , but only two are generally recognized.
3. The 7 Intelligences
Linguistic
Logical-Mathematical
Musical
Bodily –Kinesthetic
Spatial
Interpersonal
Intrapersonal
4. Linguistic Intelligence
Typically valued in schools
Sensitivity to language
Response to both written and spoken
Ability to learn Language
Ability to use language as expression
Examples: writers, poets, lawyers, speakers .
5. Logical – Mathematical Intelligence
Also typically valued in schools
Analyze problems logically
Adept at mathematical operations
Solve problems scientifically
“Detect patterns , reason deductively and think logically “
6. Musical Intelligence
Associated with the arts
Performance and composition skills
Appreciation of musical patterns
Recognize and compose pitch , tone and rhythm
Runs in an almost structural parallel to linguistic intelligence
7. Bodily – Kinesthetic Intelligence
Also generally associated with the arts
Use of ones body to solve problems
Whole body or parts of the body
Use of mental abilities to coordinate movement
Mental and physical activity are related
8. Spatial Intelligence
Generally connected with the arts
Recognize and use patterns of space
Space in wide or confined areas
More than visual
Includes abstract analytical abilities
Goes beyond simply seeing images
9. Interpersonal Intelligence
What Gardner calls a personal intelligence
Understanding of other people
Intentions , motivations , and desires
Work effectively with others
Particularly critical in education
Examples: educators , salespeople ,political leaders ,counsellors
10. Intrapersonal Intelligence
Another “personal intelligence “
Understanding of oneself
Appreciate our feelings , fear and motivations
Effective working model of ourselves
Helps to regulate our lives
11. What does this mean for teachers ?
More to consider when evaluating students
how students learn
What will benefit students
More to consider when planning effective curriculum –based lessons
How curriculum matches up with students learning
Helps teacher think about the learning process
Gives teacher a greater understanding of student learning
