Multiple Intelligence

By: Samantha Keller, Jean Markert, Davina Townsend, and Jenna Wright

Multiple Intelligence Presentation

Reasons for choosing the topic Results from the Multiple Intelligence Test taken on: http://www.literacyworks.org/mi/as sessment/findyourstrengths.html Information on two different types of Multiple Intelligence The history of Multiple Intelligence Importance of Multiple Intelligence

Multiple Intelligence
Theory by Henry Gardner There are 8 different categories Possible to have strengths in some and weaknesses in others It is important to know which multiple intelligence categories are your strengths Teaching to the multiple intelligence category of a student can be a tremendous help

Multiple Intelligence

I was personally interested in the different categories of Multiple Intelligence. Previous knowledge on the topic

Test Results
Self : 3.86 Musical: 3 Spatial: 3 Social: 3 Language: 2.86 Nature: 2 Math: 1.43 Body: 1.43

Spatial Intelligence
Remember things visually such as exact sizes and shapes of objects Enjoy posters, charts, and graphics Effective techniques include creating and/or using pictures, maps, diagrams, and graphs as you learn things

Bodily-Kinesthetic
Includes a sense of timing, a clear sense of physical action. High degree of fine-motor control This type of intelligence can be found in magicians, actors, sports, and anyone with natural bodily grace.

Jean's Reason for Choosing

Well known topic  Studied in school  Intelligence not just measured by IQ  Important to recognize all forms of intelligence  Useful to identify personal strengths


Jean's Test Results

Top Ranked  Musical: 4.86  Language: 4.0  Interpersonal (Social): 3.43 Lowest  Bodily-kinesthetic: 2.29  Logical-mathematical: 1.71

History


Conceived by Howard Gardner in 1983 Disagreed with classical concept of intelligence Believed in a wide range of cognitive abilities Defined intelligence as 'the capacity to solve problems or to fashion products that are valued in one or more cultural settings

Criteria for Intelligence



  

Potential isolation by brain damage Savants, prodigies Identifiable core operation(s) Distinctive developmental & evolutionary history Support from experimental psychological tests Support from psychometric findings Encoding in a symbol system

Linguistic
 

 

Spoken and written language Learn languages Use language to accomplish goals Express oneself Use language to remember information Writers, poets, lawyers, and speakers

Linguistic Tips
  

 

Keep a journal Use a tape recorder Read through information multiple times Tell stories Take a lot of notes

Logical-Mathematical

Analyze problems logically Carry out mathematical operations Investigate issues scientifically Detect patterns, reason deductively Scientific and mathematical thinking

Logical-Mathematical Tips


 

Arrange things in logical sequence Sort, categorize and characterize word lists Make outlines Look for patterns in words Play games that require critical thinking Mind map ideas and details after reading

Why did I choose M.I.?

I chose to do Multiple Intelligences, because I love learning something new. I had never heard of Multiple Intelligences before, and I thought it would be interesting to look into.

Results

My top three Intelligences:

Musical: 4.43 Social: 3.43 Nature: 3.29

Intrapersonal Intelligence
Can be described as being introverted. Self-aware. Tend to work alone. Career matches: Psychologist Writer

Naturalist Intelligence
The Nature Lover Can relate to their surroundings Career matchers: Gardener Farmer Veterinarian

Why are Multiple Intelligences Important?

Allows people to realize their strengths in learning. Changes the way our schools are run. Helps adults find themselves.

Why I chose this

I often feel people don t know their intelligences or ways they can learn By knowing what we are good at, we can figure out ways to learn what is best for our intelligences

Results
Top Intelligences:
Logic/ Math: 4.29 Musical: 3.57 Intrapersonal: 3.57

Low Intelligences:
Interpersonal: 3 Bodily/ Kinesthetic: 2

Musical

Skill in performance, composition, and appreciation of music Can recognize and compose pitches, tones, and rhythms Often learn by listening to music, use lyrics for lessons, or tap out time

Interpersonal

Understand intentions, motivations, and desires of others Allows for the ability to work well with others Learn through group work, seminars, and conferencing

Conclusion

References
wiseGeek. (2012). What is Intrapersonal Intelligence? Retrieved January 21, 2012, from
http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-intrapersonal-intelligence.htm

My Personality. (2012). Intrapersonal Intelligence. Retrieved January 21, 2012, from

http://www.mypersonality.info/multiple-intelligences/intrapersonal/

Angelfire. (2012). Naturalist Intelligence. Retrieved January 21, 2012, from http://www.angelfire.com/mi3/spitit/

References
Thomas Armstrong. (2012). Multiple Intelligence. Retrieved January 23, 2012, from
http://www.thomasarmstrong.com/multiple_intelligences.php