Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences identifies eight criteria for different types of intelligence: verbal/linguistic, logical/mathematical, visual/spatial, bodily/kinesthetic, musical, interpersonal, intrapersonal, and naturalistic. The theory proposes that an intelligence encompasses an ability to solve problems and create products or services valued within a culture. The document then discusses using multiple intelligences in the classroom, planning student-centered and teacher-centered lessons, benefits and criticisms of the theory.

5. THE
eight criteria used by Gardner to
identify the intelligences are
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6. ACCORDING TO GARDNER'S THEORY, AN INTELLIGENCE
encompasses the ability to create and solve problems, create products or provide
services that are valued within a culture or
society. Listed below are key points of Gardner's theory:
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8. VERBAL/LINGUISTIC

9. LOGICAL/ MATHEMATICAL

10. VISUAL/SPATIAL

11. BODILY/KINESTHETIC

12. MUSICAL

13. INTERPERSONAL

14. INTRAPERSONAL

15. NATURALISTIC

16. EXISTENTIAL INTELLIGENCE.

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18. Multiple Intelligences in
the Classroom
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19. Planning and Implementing
Student-Centered Lessons
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20. Planning and Implementing a
Teacher-Centered Lesson

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Benefits of Using Multiple Intelligences
Theory in the Classroom

24. Criticisms of Theory of Multiple
Intelligences

25. Criticisms of Theory of Multiple
Intelligences