Multiple Intelligences (MI) Theory
The theory of multiple intelligences (MI) was first proposed by Howard Gardner as he obtained certain insights into his field of research (Gardner, 2006). Since its introduction the theory has received a great deal of attention and notoriety. One of the most interesting aspects to Gardner's theory is the criteria that he used to identify the various intelligences. His methodology included an eight step approach that he used to develop the first seven different types of intelligences as well as the eighth and ninth which were added later. This methodology was arguably the key to the development of the theory of MI and this paper will outline some of the profound impacts upon the development of theory that the methodology provided.
Discussion
The first criterion that was outlined in Gardner's theory is that there should be some form of exceptional example of human psychology in which the specific intelligence…...
Potentially, after identifying these intelligences in each student, the teacher would then be more capable of enhancing these intelligences and in effect, inducing learner within each student the motivation to excel in school, using the strength of their intelligences. ecognition of students' multiple intelligences would make teacher-student interaction within the classroom more dynamic: learning would be more understandable and 'attractive' for students and the teacher would have effective communication to students and would accomplish of sharing learning with them.
One of the ways in which a teacher could determine the intelligences of his/her students and develop activities that would promote the learning of the subject manner more easily for the whole class is for the teacher to create an intellectual profile of his/her students. Tools for intellectual profiling (covering all 8 domains/intelligences) were also developed by Gardner, and these tools could be used to determine the composition of intelligences in…...
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Checkley, K. (1997). "The first seven… and eighth: a conversation with Howard Gardner." Educational Leadership, Vol. 55, No. 1.
Visser, B. (2006). "Beyond g: putting multiple intelligences theory to the test." Intelligence, Vol. 34.
Similarly, I was also surprised that I scored highly on existential intelligence, since, like my score in intrapersonal intelligence, I do not consider myself an individual who actually thinks and reflects about life deeply, more so myself. But I somewhat agree to this as potentially a current reflection of my disposition in life at the moment, since I am currently at the stage of my life where I am thinking about the accomplishment of my life goals and ultimately, what do I really want to do in life -- what would ultimately make me happy as an individual.
I could apply this learning and insight in my profession as a teacher to develop the skills that I scored lowest, namely my visual, musical, logical and interpersonal intelligences. It would be a challenge for me to develop my skills in these intelligences, but they are also critical since these intelligences would…...
mlaReference
Visser, B. (2006). "Beyond g: putting multiple intelligences theory to the test." Intelligence, Vol. 34.
The adoption of the MI theory to education has been uniquely framed in the following approach:
A broader view of education
The seven aspects of intelligence are important for an individual to have a good life. It is therefore important for educators to include aspects of all the forms of intelligence when dispensing knowledge to their student. This is in opposition to the use of the first two forms of intelligences that they have traditionally placed their focus on. Kornhaber (2001) clearly noted that the process of applying MI theory to education must involve the application of the theory by educators in an approach he referred to as 'for depth over breadth' technique. This involves the application of acquired knowledge in another setting.
The use of these principles are based on the notion of allowing individuals to be encouraged to make use of their preferred intelligence in the process of learning.These other…...
mlaReferences
Gardner, H (1983).Frames of Mind: The Theory of Multiple Intelligences. New York: Basic Books, Inc.
Kornhaber, M.L. (2001) 'Howard Gardner' in J.A. Palmer (ed.) Fifty Modern Thinkers
Kumbar, R (2006). Application of Howard Gardner's Multiple Intelligence Theory for the Effective Use of Library Resources by K-2 Students: An Experimented Model
All these facts and considerations presented herein this research proposal establishes a basis for further research in this subject.
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Hoerr, Thomas (2004) Applying MI in Schools - New Horizons for Learning: Teaching and Learning Strategies Online available at http://www.newhorizons.org/strategies/mi/hoerr2.htm.
Campbell, Bruce (1991) Multiple Intelligences in the Classroom - New Horizons for Learning: Teaching and Learning Strategies Online available at http://www.newhorizons.org/ICLIB/IC27/Campbell.hrm
Silver, et al. (2000) So Each May Learn: Integrating Learning Styles and Multiple Intelligences New Horizons for Learning: Teaching and Learning Strategies Online available at www.newhorizons.org/strategies/styles/styl_review_silver.htm.
Weber, Ellen (1996) Creative Learning from Inside Out: A collaborative learning and teaching approach for high school New Horizons for Learning: Teaching and Learning Strategies Online available at http://www.newhorizons.org / trategies/mi/mi_review_weber.htm.
Davies, J. (1996) [Online} "A reluctant guru on matters between the ears. Howard Gardner talks to John Davies about his theory of human intelligence." (Original published in the Thesis, January 19, 1996)
McKenzie, Walter (2002) Multiple Intelligences and…...
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Hoerr, Thomas (2004) Applying MI in Schools - New Horizons for Learning: Teaching and Learning Strategies Online available at
The language of the American colonists was highly colorful but quite formal in style, and the presentation of a speech or a content analysis of primary sources would provide elementary school students with an opportunity to experience these fundamental differences for themselves, all with a view toward improving their understanding of what life in Colonial America was really like.
2. Logico-mathematical. One of the most glaring differences between life in the 21st century and that of Colonial Americans involves logical reasoning and mathematical functions. Today, even very young students are generally able to use sophisticated calculators and computers to help them with their reasoning and mathematical computations and enjoy the benefits of classroom instruction in these areas; by sharp contrast, many students of Colonial America were not provided with a formal education to begin with, and when they were, it was drastically different than that typically experienced by modern students (Kavenagh…...
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There are few intelligences that will serve one more consistently in life than the ability to understand and account for the perceptions, feelings and needs of others. Interpersonal intelligence is a dimension that is often unmeasured in the context of education, however, I have personally found that this intelligence has been instrumental in the development of my negotiating skills, my ability to meet the expectations of others and my ability to navigate interactions with charm and charisma.
This intelligence interacts inextricably with intrapersonal intelligence. Knowing one's self is essential to doing well by others. Indeed, with a clear, humble and ever-probing understanding of myself and my own needs, I have found it far easier to interact with confidence and to present myself to others as I would like to be seen. In this regard, I have even come to view self-knowledge within the context of intelligence as analogous to identifying…...
mlaWorks Cited:
Gardner, H. (1993). Multiple Intelligences: The Theory in Practice. Basic Books.
Multiple Intelligences in Art
In fields traditionally driven by "talent," such as music and the visual arts, it is easy for teachers to slip into the idea that certain students have more musical aptitude than others or that other certain students will always struggle with visual arts. However, to some degree, such attitudes may be the result of the teacher's own education, where his or her special abilities were emphasized, praised, and treated with importance.
Everyone knows that playing the violin and playing the clarinet are quite different. We do not expect someone who has studied the violin to pick up a clarinet and immediately play it well. People do not always realize that such subdivisions exist in art as well. The person skilled at pottery may not be particularly good at drawing or painting.
This kind of thinking about art can be extended to Gardner's idea of multiple intelligences. While the final…...
mlaBIBLIOGRAPHY
Gardner, Howard. 1995. "Reflections on multiple intelligences: myths and messages." Phi Delta Kappan, November.
Van Tassel-Baska, Joyce. 1998. "The development of academic talent: a mandate for educational best practice." Phi Delta Kappan, June.
Multiple Intelligence
The two most critical things parents must do to support education are to work closely with their children at home, actively engaged in their homework and subjects; and to participate in school and community meetings. By participating actively in these two significant matters of a child's education, they can encourage the student to learn at his or her optimal capacity and prevent academic and behavioral problems.
When parents actively participate in their child's homework, they can greatly assist the learning process, and nip in the bud small problems. For example, if a child demonstrates an early resistance to grammar, the parent can help teach their child grammar rules in a different way than they are being taught in the classroom. As no teacher is perfect and none can support the needs of every single student, it is up to the parent to pay attention to the learning styles of their…...
Intelligence is defined as the capability to learn and apply knowledge. The ability for an individual to benefit from past experiences, solve problems, act purposely, and adapt to new situations are included in intelligence (Passmore, Tong, & Wildflower, 2011). Intelligence is amongst the highly talked about subjects in psychology, but there has not been a standard definition of what precisely forms intelligence. There have been two different definitions from researchers in regards to intelligence. One defines intelligence as a single general ability, and the other believes that it covers a range of skills, aptitude, and talents. Theories of intelligence emerged around 1904 when psychologist Charles E. Spearman published his first article on intelligence.
The best theory for determining intelligence is the multiple intelligence theory. The theory does not focus on one single general factor, but rather on different factors. The theory was proposed by Gardner (2011), and he believed that intelligence…...
mlaReferences
Gardner, M.K. (2011). Theories of intelligence. The Oxford handbook of school psychology, 79-100.
Miele, D.B., Son, L.K., & Metcalfe, J. (2013). Children's Naive Theories of Intelligence Influence Their Metacognitive Judgments. Child development, 84(6), 1879-1886.
Passmore, J., Tong, C., & Wildflower, L. (2011). Theories of intelligence. Source: The Handbook of Knowledge-?Based Coaching: What we really do when we coach., 2.
Rickert, N.P., Meras, I.L., & Witkow, M.R. (2014). Theories of intelligence and students' daily self-handicapping behaviors. Learning and Individual Differences, 36, 1-8.
The Concept of Intelligence in Psychology:General Intelligence versus Multiple IntelligencesPerhaps no more polarizing concept exists than that of intelligence in psychology. Quantifying intelligence is an emotional, not simply a scientific issue. The idea of whether nature or nurture influences a persons intelligence also has political and social, as well as academic ramifications. But because the idea of intelligence is thought to be useful for educational and vocational guidance, the attempt to do so in a meaningful way continuesThe Development of the Stanford-Binet TestAs noted by Becker (2003), the original version of what is now thought of as the Stanford-Binet test was developed within the French school system, not to quantify intelligence, but merely to determine if a child was too developmentally deficient to be able to benefit from schooling. It did quantify degrees of what was called retardation at the beginning of the 20th century, but not degrees of exceptional…...
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Cherry, K. (2021). What is general intelligence? Very Well Mind. Retrieved from:https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-general-intelligence-2795210Gardner, H. (2012). Frequently asked questions: Multiple intelligences and related topics. Retrieved from: https://howardgardner01.files.wordpress.com/2012/06/faq_march2013.pdfHoward Gardner’s theory of multiple intelligences. (2020). Northern Illinois University Centerfor Innovative Teaching and Learning. In Instructional guide for university faculty and teaching assistants. Retrieved from https://www.niu.edu/citl/resources/guides/instructional-guidehttps://www.hmhco.com/~/media/sites/home/hmh-assessments/clinical/stanford-binet/pdf/sb5_asb_1.pdf?la=en
Intelligence tests provide a means of assessing a person's intelligence. However, it may not be as useful to measure everyone's intelligence. For example, those that are economically disadvantages or part of a minority may score lower versus others lending to underrepresentation in talented/gifted programs. hile IQ tests may provide a basis from which to assess degree of intelligence, it may not be an accurate representation of an individual's intelligence. This is because the current, most used IQ tests are not formed keeping in a mind a plausible theory on how a human brain operates. Nor is there a means of measuring more modern ideas of intelligence.
Modern ideas of intelligence consist of an expanded view of multiple intelligences. Gardner's theory has gained great traction in the last two decades. It proposes there are at minimum, eight distinct areas where a student may be skilled. (Tirri and Nokelainen) Unlike in estern countries,…...
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Chen, Jie-Qi, Seana Moran, and Howard Gardner. Multiple Intelligences Around The World. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass, 2009. Print.
Tirri, Kirsi and Petri Nokelainen. Measuring Multiple Intelligences And Moral Sensitivities In Education. Rotterdam: Sense Publishers, 2012. Print.
Multiple Intelligences
The theory of multiple intelligences is a good way to explain the different ways that people learn. This theory has been used in education, psychology and business to help people understand how they learn, and how others learn. This paper will explain what the theory of multiple intelligences is, how it works and why this is valuable in a number of different settings.
What is the Theory of Multiple Intelligences
The theory of multiple intelligences was crafted by Howard Gardner as a means of explaining why different teaching styles are effective for some people and ineffective for others. Gardner noted that traditional views of intelligence held that intelligence was fixed (Smith, 2008). People were measured on things like their IQ, and this was considered to be the sum total of their intelligence. Gardner began to realize from working with people that they tended to excel in different areas. Somebody with a…...
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The Teacher’s Role in A Multiple Intelligence Learning Environment
The role of the teacher in a multiple intelligence learning environment is transformed from the normal learning environment in that the teacher no longer stands in front of the classroom and lectures to the student. In multiple intelligence, the teacher's role is to observe the students from different perspectives, develop the curriculum for the students, find activities that assist the students to learn based on their individual smarts, and plan the design of the lessons (Ba? & Beyhab, 2017). Teachers are no longer required to present their lessons using the traditional methods, but rather in a wide array of ways like using music, art activities, multimedia, role play, and many more. This allows the teacher to be keen on the students and have a different group of students all learning the same subject and topic using different methods based on the student's…...
Who would you most like to invite?
hat is very difficult, since I just started reading about all the people who are doing wonderful things today around the world. I know I want to meet someone about astronomy and also computers.
hank you for your interview. Do you have any last words?
Only that no one should give up on their interests because they feel lesser of a man from someone else. We all have something special inside us.
PARY for BENJAMIN BANNEKER
he party (8:00-11:00pm) is going to be held at NASA in Florida, of course, with Michael Griffin, administrator, welcoming everyone. he theme is space, so we have piped in all the music that has been written about space -- classical up to modern and movie themes. he decorations all are space related -- big neon planets and stars. We are keeping the room somewhat dark, so they glow, but bright enough…...
mlaThe party (8:00-11:00pm) is going to be held at NASA in Florida, of course, with Michael Griffin, administrator, welcoming everyone. The theme is space, so we have piped in all the music that has been written about space -- classical up to modern and movie themes. The decorations all are space related -- big neon planets and stars. We are keeping the room somewhat dark, so they glow, but bright enough so people can talk. In addition to Griffin, Steve Jobs from Apple Computer; Steve Hawking, physicist; Al Gore, global warming; Maya Angelou, African-American author; General Collin Powell; Dave Chappelle, comedian, to add some humor to this serious bunch; Tupac (2Pac) Shakur for some up-to-date music; and Johnny Depp, 2007 "People's Choice" award winner; and Ellen DeGeneres, for TV and comedy (also "People's Choice" award winner).
All invited will have had a chance to learn about Banneker, so they can welcome him in their own way. Each will have ten minutes to do something special for him, that relates to his/her own background. For example, the comedians will roast Banneker and Angelou will read one of her poems.
The food will be an international buffet, so Banneker can get a taste of global treats and learn more about the rest of the world. The night will end with Banneker getting a special award -- a brand new computer-chip driven chiming clock.
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