Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences.pptx

Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences.pptx

1. gardner’s theory of multiple intelligences

2. Activity: Where does your true intelligence lie? Please pull out a piece of paper. You will now take a multiple intelligence test that will tell where your true intelligence lie. Read each statement. If it expresses some characteristic of yours and sounds true for the most part, write "T." If it doesn't, mark an "F." If the statement is sometimes true, sometimes false, leave it blank.

3. Activity: Where does your true intelligence lie? _____ 1. I'd rather draw a map than give someone verbal directions. _____ 2. I can play (or used to play) a musical instrument. _____ 3. I can associate music with my moods. _____ 4. I can add or multiply in my head. _____ 5. I like to work with calculators and computers. _____ 6. I pick up new dance steps fast. _____ 7. It's easy for me to say what I think in an argument or debate. _____ 8. I enjoy a good lecture, speech or sermon. _____ 9. I always know north from south no matter where I am. _____ 10. Life seems empty without music.

4. Activity: Where does your true intelligence lie? _____ 11. I always understand the directions that come with new gadgets or appliances. _____ 12. I like to work puzzles and play games. _____ 13. Learning to ride a bike (or skates) was easy. _____ 14. I am irritated when I hear an argument or statement that sounds illogical. _____ 15. My sense of balance and coordination is good. _____ 16. I often see patterns and relationships between numbers faster and easier than others. _____ 17. I enjoy building models (or sculpting). _____ 18. I'm good at finding the fine points of word meanings. _____ 19.I can look at an object one way and see it sideways or backwards just as easily. _____ 20. I often connect a piece of music with some event in my life.

5. Activity: Where does your true intelligence lie? _____ 21. I like to work with numbers and figures. _____ 22. Just looking at shapes of buildings and structures is pleasurable to me. _____ 23. I like to hum, whistle and sing in the shower or when I'm alone. _____ 24. I'm good at athletics. _____ 25. I'd like to study the structure and logic of languages. _____ 26. I'm usually aware of the expression on my face. _____ 27. I'm sensitive to the expressions on other people's faces. _____ 28. I stay "in touch" with my moods. I have no trouble identifying them. _____ 29. I am sensitive to the moods of others. _____ 30. I have a good sense of what others think of me.

6. MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCE SCORING SHEET ( Place a check mark by each item you marked as "true.” Add your totals. A total of four in any of the categories A through E indicates strong ability. In categories F and G a score of one or more means you have abilities as well.)

7. What is gardner’s multiple intelligence theory? The Theory of Multiple Intelligence proposes that people are not born with all the intelligence they will ever have. It challenges the traditional notion that there is one single type of intelligence that only focuses on cognitive abilities.

8. Proponent: The Theory of Multiple Intelligences was first presented in 1983 by Howard Gardner, a Psychologist, when he published his book “Frames of Mind”. He declared that learning occurred through many types of intelligences, and that people had various level of each.

9. Multiple intelligences Visual-Spatial Intelligence Linguistic-Verbal Intelligence Logical-Mathematical Intelligence Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence Musical Intelligence Interpersonal Intelligence Intrapersonal Intelligence Naturalistic Intelligence Existential Intelligence

10. Visual-Spatial Intelligence People who are strong in visual-spatial intelligence are good at visualizing things. These individual are good with directions as well as maps, charts, puzzles, videos and pictures.

11. Visual-Spatial Intelligence Possible Careers: Architect Artist Engineer Pilot Sailor Surgeon

12. Teaching activities: Use mind mapping technique Use guided visualization or verbal imagery Create collages for visual representations Visual-Spatial Intelligence

13. Linguistic-Verbal Intelligence People who are strong in Linguistic-Verbal Intelligence are able to use words well both when writing or speaking. These individuals are typically very good at writing stories, memorizing information and reading.

14. Linguistic-Verbal Intelligence Potential Careers: Writer Journalist Poet Lawyer Teacher

15. Teaching activities: Use creative writing activities such as poetry, stories or script writing. Set up class debates Formal speaking Story telling Make sure there are plenty of reading opportunities Linguistic-Verbal Intelligence

16. Logical-Mathematical Intelligence People with this intelligence are good at reasoning, recognizing patterns, and logically analyzing problems. These individuals tend to think conceptually about numbers, relationships and patterns.

17. Teaching Activities: Provide opportunities for problem-solving Involve calculations Create activities that involve deciphering a code Use pattern or logic games Logical-Mathematical Intelligence

18. Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence Those who have high bodily-kinesthetic intelligence are said to be good at body movement, performing actions, and physical control. People who are strong in this area tend to have excellent hand-eye coordination and dexterity.

19. Teaching Activities: Role-playing, miming, or charade games Allow for physical exercise, dance or martial arts Create opportunities for dramatic arts such as skits Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence

20. Potential Careers: Athlete Dancer Actor Builder craftsperson Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence

21. Musical Intelligence People who have strong musical intelligence are good at thinking in patterns, rhythms and sounds. They have a strong appreciation for music and are often good at musical composition and performance.

22. Teaching Activities: Use instrument and instrument sounds Use environmental sounds to illustrate a concept Allow for musical composition and performance Allow students to create songs about a topic

23. Potential Careers: Musician Composer Vocalist Music teacher Musical Intelligence

24. Interpersonal Intelligence Those who have strong interpersonal intelligence are good at understanding and interacting with other people. These individuals are skilled at assessing the emotions, motivations, desires, and intentions of those around them.

25. Teaching Activities: Teach collaborative skills Provide plenty of group work activities Interpersonal Intelligence

26. Potential Careers: Psychologist Philosopher Counselor Politician Religious leaders Interpersonal Intelligence

27. Intrapersonal Intelligence Individuals who have high intrapersonal intelligence are good at being aware of their own emotional states, feelings and motivations. They tend to enjoy self-reflection and analysis, including daydreaming, exploring relationships with others, and assessing their personal strengths.

28. Teaching Activities: Practice meditation Give self-reflection Potential Careers: Philosophers Psychologist Religious leaders Intrapersonal Intelligence

29. Naturalistic Intelligence Individuals who are high in this type of intelligence are more in tune with nature and are often interested in nurturing, exploring the environment, and learning about other species. These individuals are said to be highly aware of even subtle changes to their environments.

30. Teaching Activities: Have a classroom plant or animals to care of Observe nature Go on nature walks Potential Careers: Botanist Zoologist Farmer Gardener Naturalistic Intelligence

31. Existential Intelligence It is an ability to delve into deeper questions about life and existence. People with this type of intelligence contemplate the “big” questions about topics such as the meaning of life and how actions can serve larger goals.

32. Teaching Activity: Give self-reflection Potential Careers: Philosopher Pastoral counselor Pastor Priest

33. Implications of multiple intelligence on education INDIVIDUAL DIFFERENCES One of the most significant educational implications of Multiple Intelligence Theory is that it recognizes that every student has unique strengths and weaknesses.

34. Teaching Strategies It suggests that educators should use different teaching strategies that match the strengths of each student. Assessment Multiple Intelligence Theory suggests that educators should use diverse assessment methods that measure different intelligences. Implications of multiple intelligence on education

35. 4. Learning Environment The learning environment should be flexible and open to allow students to explore and experiment with various learning activities that match their intelligences. Student Motivation It can help motivate students to learn by offering a range of activities that match their strengths and interest. Implications of multiple intelligence on education

36. 7. Special Education Educators should use diverse teaching strategies and materials that match the strengths of students with disabilities to maximize their learning potential. 8. Parent Involvement It can help parents understand their child’s strengths and weaknesses and explore careers that match their abilities. Implications of multiple intelligence on education

37. 9. Career Guidance Students can identify their strengths and weaknesses and explore careers that match their abilities. Implications of multiple intelligence on education

38. QUIZ!!! What are the 9 types of multiple intelligences? Which of Gardner’s intelligences do you think you possess or use the most? Why?