Transcript Multiple Intelligence

Multiple Intelligence Approach
Background
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In 1980s, American psychologist, Howard
Gardner proposed the theory of ‘multiple
intelligences’.
 In 1994 and 1996, Armstrong and Christison
gave examples respectively of activities that fit
each type of intelligence.
 In 1999, Gardner added an eighth intelligence,
the naturalist- knowledgeable about and
comfortable in the natural world.
Seven intelligences
Logical/mathematical- use numbers
effectively, reason well.
e.g.: puzzles, categorisations..
 Visual/spatial- orient oneself in the
environment, create mental images.
e.g.: charts, drawing…
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Seven intelligences
(cont.)
Musical/rhythmic- sensitive to rhythm,
melody.
e.g.: singing, playing music, jazz chants.
 Body/kinesthetic- use body to express
oneself and solve problems.
e.g.: hands-on activities, field trips,
pantomime.
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Seven intelligences
(cont.)
Interpersonal- ability to understand
other’s feelings, intentions…
e.g.: pair work, project work..
 Intrapersonal- ability to understand
oneself and practice self-discipline.
e.g.: self-evaluation (reflection), journal
keeping.
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Seven intelligences
(cont.)
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Verbal/linguistic- ability to use language
effectively and creatively.
e.g.: note-taking, story telling, debates,
speech.