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Multiple Intelligences
What Is It? Multiple intelligences refers to a theory of intelligence developed in 1983 by Howard Gardner, a professor of education at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. Howard Gardner defines intelligence as the ability to solve problems, fashion products, or provide services that are valued in a culture. Based on that definition, he has identified at least eight different intelligences. They are:
Explore It To learn more about Howard Gardner‘s theory of multiple intelligences, explore the following Web sites:
Use It! Teachers who use multiple intelligence strategies in their classrooms address the dominant intelligences of all their students by presenting subject matter in ways that use language, numbers, physical surroundings, sound, the body, and social skills. The assessment tools below will help you determine the strengths and learning styles of your students to help you better direct and structure your lessons. Students can take the following interactive tests online and immediately learn the results:
The assessments below can be printed and distributed to students: Learn More About It Visit the following Web sites to extend your understanding of Gardner‘s theory of multiple intelligences:
Article by Linda Starr |
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