Howard Gardner, a professor at Harvard University, has identified seven distinct intelligence's. This theory has emerged from recent cognitive research. According to this theory, "we are all able to know the world through language, logical-mathematical analysis, spatial representation, musical thinking, the use of the body to solve problems or to make things, an understanding of other individuals, and an understanding of ourselves. Where ndividuals differ is in the strength of these intelligence's-the so-called profile of intelligence's and in the ways in which such intelligence's are invoked and combined to carry out different tasks, solve diverse problems, and progress in various domains. Dr. Gardner proposed eight different intelligences to account for a broader range of human potential, these intelligences are:
1. Linguistic Intelligence: Deals with an individual's ability to understand both spoken and written language, as well as their ability to speak and write themselves.
2. Logical-Mathematical Intelligence: Deals with an individual's skills at deductive reasoning, detecting patterns, and logical thinking.
3. Spatial Intelligence: Deals with spatial judgment and the ability to visualize with the mind's eye.
4. Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence: Deals with an individual's ability to manipulate objects and fine-tune physical skills.
5. Musical Intelligence: It involves how skillful an individual is performing, composing, and appreciating music and musical patterns.
6. Interpersonal Intelligence: Deals with the ability to understand and interact effectively with others. It involves effective verbal and nonverbal communication.
7. Intrapersonal Intelligence: Deal with the ability to understand themselves, appreciate their own feelings, fears and motivations.
8. Naturalist Intelligence: Enjoys and is curious about living things and the planet.
In my opinion, when a teacher has trouble reaching out to some students, it is often because they have the tendency to teach the most traditional ways (linguistic and logical). The theory of multiple intelligence suggests that teachers should try to teach in different ways so everyone gets the same level of understanding, that being said, there is sometimes not enough time in class for teachers to do so. Teachers can vary their teaching from day to day. Using visuals and allowing students to do activities and work in groups will benefit all learners! In my placement I have noticed why the resource room is so important for those students that are not very strong at the two most traditional
The results of this test are somewhat accurate, I think I'm pretty good with words as well as with people, but I don't think I'm very good with numbers and with nature. In total, I think this describes me to a point, the musical aspect if definitely accurate! The second test I took, I think is very good, it completely fits me
