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Open your umbrella

Open your umbrella. to the Possibilities. An introduction to Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligences. Theory of Intelligence. Definition of Intelligence Howard Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences The basis of MI How it was developed The eight kinds of intelligences.

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Open your umbrella

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  1. Open your umbrella to the Possibilities An introduction to Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligences

  2. Theory of Intelligence • Definition of Intelligence • Howard Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences • The basis of MI • How it was developed • The eight kinds of intelligences

  3. PreviousDefinitions Intelligence is something you are born with. You only have a certain amount. Tests exist that can tell you how smart you are. (Checkly, 1997) Gardner’s Definition The human ability to solve problems or to make something that is valued in one or more cultures. Definition of Intelligence

  4. Theoretical Basis Symbol use is controlled by different parts of the brain. When brain damage occurs, one form of symbol use may be compromised, while another is not. Practical Basis Schools were implementing only logical-mathematical and linguistic forms of symbols. Intelligence, aptitude tests relied heavily on these same two forms. Basis for Gardner’s Theory

  5. Development of MI • Gardner: • Looked for patterns of repeated characteristics and abilities. • Looked at forms of intellect valued in different cultures, species and special populations. • Studied the development of cognitive growth in individuals. • Using factor analysis and transfer and generalization came up with the theory that human beings have evolved to carry out at least eight forms of thinking. • (Gardner & Hatch, 1996)

  6. Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences. Linguistic Logical-Mathematical Spatial Kinesthetic Musical Interpersonal Intrapersonal Naturalist

  7. Word Smart The ability to use words and language. Highly developed auditory skills. Likes to read. Likes to write. Good story tellers. Examples: poets, writers, lawyers, journalists, teachers and translators. Verbal Linguistic Intelligence

  8. Picture smart. Thinks in images and pictures. Knows the location of everything. Fascinated with machines and contraptions. Example: Inventors, architects, engineers, mechanics, artists, decorators. Spatial/Visual Intelligence

  9. Number smart Questions and wonders about natural events. Manipulates the environment to experiment in a controlled way. Thinks conceptually. Explores patterns, categories, and relationships. Skilled in reasoning, logic and problem solving. Examples: scientists, engineers, computer programmers, accountants. Logical/Mathematical Intelligence

  10. People Smart Thinks and processes by communicating with others. Leaders among their peers. Sense the feelings and intentions of others. Understands people, mediates conflict. Organizer, communicator, at times manipulative. Street smart, has many friends. Example: counselors, business people, politicians, community organizers. Interpersonal Intelligence

  11. Body smart. Processes knowledge through bodily sensation. Excellent fine motor coordination. Gut feelings about things, Can mimick qualities and mannerisms. Needs to move around, often labeled hyperactive. Examples: athletes, dancers, actors, mimes, clowns. Bodily/Kinesthetic Intelligence

  12. Music smart Thinks in sounds, rhythms, and patterns. Sings, hums, whistles to themselves. Immediately responds to music. Strong opinions of others’ music. Performs and appreciates music and leads in songs. Sensitive to environmental sounds. Examples: choirs, orchestra, bands, disc jockeys, theatre Musical/Rhythmic Intelligence

  13. Self smart Skilled in inner focusing. Displays a strong personality. Deep awareness of inner feelings, dreams and ideas. Reflective and analytical. Tends to shy away from team activities. Recognizes self strengths and weaknesses. Requires private space and times. Examples: philosophers, theorists, researchers, self-employed. Intrapersonal Intelligence

  14. Nature smart Ability to recognize and classify plants, minerals, and animals. Discriminates among living things. Sensitive to features of the natural world. Aware of patterns in nature. Examples: farmers, botanists, biologists, chefs. Naturalist Intelligence

  15. Remember... We’re not all the same……it’s got to be Different strokes for different folks!

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