This document discusses characteristics of intelligent behavior such as problem solving, creativity, self-control, empathy, and abstract thinking. It provides examples of how each characteristic can be demonstrated in the classroom and supported, such as by asking open-ended questions to encourage problem solving, giving creative assignments with flexibility, teaching cultural awareness to develop empathy, and assigning projects that require out-of-the-box thinking.

1. INTELLIGENT
BEHAVIOR
Michelle Bellamy MED560

2. Characteristics
 Problem Solving
 Creativity
 Self Control
 Empathy
 Abstract thinking

3. Problem Solving
 Problem solving can include anything from
math or word problems to coming up with
innovative ideas. This can be supported in the
classroom by asking students more open
ended questions and allowing them to use
their imaginations.

4. Creativity
 A creative student is one who comes up with
unique ideas or a unique spin on a project.
Creativity can be achieved by loosening the
reigns on assignments and giving students
more flexibility and freedom in their
assignments, such as allowing them to create
videos or act out scenes from plays.

5. Self Control
 Students with self control don’t lash out in
anger or frustration. They raise their hand to
be called on. This can be supported in the
classroom by setting boundaries, explaining
there are consequences for inappropriate
behavior, and following through with
consequences.

6. Empathy
 A student with empathy has the emotional
maturity to recognize the struggles of others.
They better understand things like diversity
and the struggles that can come with it. This
can be supported in the classroom by teaching
students to be culturally aware and competent.

7. Abstract Thinking
 A student who can thinking abstractly is able to
understand concepts and their implications.
They can delve deep into a problem and find
an original way to solve it. This is supported in
the classroom through open ended questions
and assignments that prompt students to think
outside the box.