Multiple Intelligences and Technology

1. Multiple IntelligencesandTechnology CyberCamp 2006 Roger Hampton rhampton@telstar-online.net The “H” Team, Inc.

2. AGENDA • Introductions • What this session will/will not cover • Definition of Multiple Intelligences (MI) • Online Survey: “Finding Your Strengths” • Quick look at MI: “What Are the Intelligences?” • Peruse examples of MI & Technology integration • Begin to think integration of MI and technology • Learning Centers with technology in mind • Assessment that enhances • MI Resources

3. ESSENTIAL QUESTION As an educator,how can I most effectively incorporate MI Theory and Technology into the curriculum to create an optimal learning experience?

6. Workshop Resource http:// LTH3.K12.IL.US/RHampton/MI/MI.html

11. TRADITIONAL TEACHER • LECTURES while standing at the front of the classroom • WRITES on the blackboard • ASKS students questions about the assigned reading or handouts • WAITS while students finish their written work

12. MI TEACHER • LECTURES and WRITESon the whiteboard at the front of the room • BUT ALSOshifts methods of presentation from linguistic to spatial to musical and so on, often combining intelligences in crative ways such as: • Drawing pictures on the whiteboard • Showing a videotape to illustrate and idea • Playing music at some time during the day • Providing hands-on experiences • Having students interacting with each other in different ways

13. It's not how smart you are,          it's how you are smart! —Howard Gardner Interview, "Common Miracles" ABC 1993

14. Begin MI ONLINE TOUR(See Brouchure)

15. Technology Considerations Verbal/Linguistic Intelligence • Word processing programs(Word) • Typing tutors(Mavis Beacon) • Desktop publishing(MicroSoft Publisher) • Electronic libraries(World Library) • Word games(Missing Links) • Story Writing Programs(Imagination Express; The Amazing Writing Machine; Storybook Weaver)

16. Technology Considerations Logical/Mathematical Intelligence • Math skills tutorials(Math Blaster; Treasure Math Storm; Math Rock!; Cosmic Geometry; Astro Algebra) • Computer programming tutors (LOGO) • Logic games(King's Quest) • Strategy games(Strategy Series) • Science programs(Science Tool Kits; DK Multimedia; Gizmos & Gadgets) • Critical thinking programs(H.O.T.S.- Higher Order Thinking Skills; Visual Venture)

17. Technology Considerations Visual/Spatial Intelligence • Animation programs(Art/Film Director; KidPix) • Clip-Art programs(Print Shop) • Draw & Paint programs(Print Artist) • Electronic chess games(Chessmaster) • Spatial problem solving games (Dr.Brain; Thinking Things) • Electronic puzzle kits (Living Jigsaws) • Geometry programs(Sensei's Geometry; TesselMania, Tetris) • Digital Imagery/Graphics Programs(Adobe, Photo Editor) • Drawing Tools (CrossPad; Apple Newton)

18. Technology Considerations Bodily/Kinesthetic Intelligence • Hands-on construction kits that interface with computers(LEGO Dacta) • Motion-simulation games(Flight Simulator) • Virtual-reality system software(Dactyl Nightmare) • Eye-Hand coordination games(Shufflepuck Café) • Tools that plug into computers(ScienceTool Kit) • Typing Tools(Alpha Smart; Dream Writers)

19. Technology Considerations Musical/Rhythmic Intelligence • Music literature tutors(Exploratorium) • Singing software(Transforms voice input into synthesizer sounds) • Tone recognition and melody enhancers (Arnold; SimTunes) • Musical instrument digital interfaces(Midi) • Musical Problem Solving (Making Music; Music Ace; Dr.Brain)

20. Technology Considerations InterpersonalIntelligence • Electronic bulletin boards(Kidsnet) • Simulation games(Sim City) • E-mail programs(Outlook, Eudora)

21. Technology Considerations Intrapersonal Intelligence • Personal choice software(Decisions, Decisions) • Career counseling software(The Perfect Career) • Any self-paced program(Foreign Languages; Personal finances)

22. Technology Considerations Naturalist Intelligence • Scientific plug-ins • Nature sound files • Classification of Flora/Fauna software • Animal sounds identification programs • Earth Science programs (DK Science) • Life Science programs (The Learn About Collection - Stars; Animals; Insects; Human body; Plants, etc.)

23. REVIEW Concept to Classroom:  Online Workshop Tapping into Multiple Intelligences http://www.thirteen.org/edonline/concept2class/mi/index.html

24. Take the:M.I. SELF TEST http://www.personal.psu.edu/staff/b/x/bxb11/MI/MITest.htm

25. Integration of M.I. &TechnologyThe Positive Effects • Students find topics more interesting when information is presented in a variety of ways. • Students feel more comfortable and motivated when they know that their learning styles will be addressed. • Students believe their learning has more meaning when the way in which they learn and present new information is acknowledged. • Students are more challenged, engaged, and independent. • Students have more control over what and how they learn (self pacing).

26. Students gain a greater sense of responsibility for their work. Students remain on task for longer periods of time. Students produce higher quality work, that reflects the increased depth and breadth of their knowledge and talents. Students become better at critical thinking, organizing & evaluating information, and presenting their new knowledge in creative ways. Integration of M.I. &TechnologyThe Positive Effects Continued

27. Resources for Presentation All resources are listed at: http://lth3.k12.il.us/rhampton/mi/resources.htm