Multiple Intelligence Theory

1. Multiple Intelligence Theory Based on the work of Howard Gardner Please move to each subsequent screen by putting your cursor over the screen and left clicking the mouse. At the end you must close the window (X out).

2. Gardner’s Eight Intelligences • Verbal/Linguistic • Logical/Mathematical • Natural • Bodily/Kinesthetic • Visual/Spatial • Musical/Rhythmic • Interpersonal • Intrapersonal

3. Verbal/Linguistic The ability to think in words and to use language to express and appreciate complex meanings • Poets • Journalists • Public speakers

4. Logical/Mathematical The ability to calculate, quantify, consider propositions, and hypothesis, and to carry out complex mathematical calculations • Mathematicians • Scientists • Detectives

5. Natural The capacity to observe, interpret, and construct meaning from the natural world • National/State Park interpreters • Naturalists • Outdoor guides • Birders

6. Bodily/Kinesthetic The capacity to manipulate objects and use a variety of physical skills, including both large and fine motor skills • Athletes • Dancers • Surgeons • Craftspeople

7. Visual/Spatial The ability to think in both two and three dimensions • Sailors • Pilots • Sculptors • Painters • Architects

8. Musical/Rhythmic The capacity to discern and use pitch, rhythm, timbre and tone • Composers • Conductors • Musicians • Vocalists • Sensitive listeners

9. Interpersonal The ability to understand and interact with others effectively • Teachers • Social Workers • Actors • Politicians

10. Intrapersonal The capacity to understand oneself through reflective processes which includes one’s thoughts and feelings. • Psychologists • Spiritual Leaders • Philosophers