Multiple Intelligence Theory

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Multiple Intelligence Theory

• Based on the work of Howard Gardner
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Gardners Eight Intelligences

• Verbal/Linguistic
• Logical/Mathematical
• Natural
• Bodily/Kinesthetic
• Visual/Spatial
• Musical/Rhythmic
• Interpersonal
• Intrapersonal

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Verbal/Linguistic

• The ability to think in words and to use language
  to express and appreciate complex meanings
• Poets
• Journalists
• Public speakers

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Logical/Mathematical

• The ability to calculate, quantify, consider
  propositions, and hypothesis, and to carry out
  complex mathematical calculations
• Mathematicians
• Scientists
• Detectives

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Natural

• The capacity to observe, interpret, and construct
  meaning from the natural world
• National/State Park interpreters
• Naturalists
• Outdoor guides
• Birders

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Bodily/Kinesthetic

• The capacity to manipulate objects and use a
  variety of physical skills, including both large
  and fine motor skills
• Athletes
• Dancers
• Surgeons
• Craftspeople

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Visual/Spatial

• The ability to think in both two and three
  dimensions
• Sailors
• Pilots
• Sculptors
• Painters
• Architects

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Musical/Rhythmic

• The capacity to discern and use pitch, rhythm,
  timbre and tone
• Composers
• Conductors
• Musicians
• Vocalists
• Sensitive listeners

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Interpersonal

• The ability to understand and interact with
  others effectively
• Teachers
• Social Workers
• Actors
• Politicians

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Intrapersonal

• The capacity to understand oneself through
  reflective processes which includes ones
  thoughts and feelings.
• Psychologists
• Spiritual Leaders
• Philosophers