Title: Multiple Intelligences, English Language Teaching, and Technology A Winning Combination!
1Multiple Intelligences, English Language
Teaching, and Technology A Winning Combination!
- Dr. In-Seok Kim
- Professor of ESL and Applied Linguistics
- Dongduk Womens University
- President-elect of Asia Pacific Association of
Multimedia Assisted Language Learning - iskim_at_dongduk.ac.kr
- http//www.eflcall.com
2 The Theory of Multiple Intelligences
- Traditional View of Intelligences
- Linguistic Intelligence
- Mathematical-Logical Intelligence
- Gardners Ground Zero Project(1983)
- Humans are born with various types of
intelligences gt Seven types - Each person possesses a different level in each
type of intelligence.
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4 Linguistic Intelligence
- The intelligence of words
- Love to play around with the sounds of
language through puns, word games, and tongue
twisters - Trivia experts, Masters of literacy
- Talk persuasively, Read a lot, Write clearly
- Journalist, storyteller, poet, lawyer, etc.
5 Logical-Mathematical Intelligence
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- The intelligence of numbers and logic
- The ability to reason, sequence, think in
terms of cause-and-effect, create hypotheses,
look for numerical patterns - Enjoy a generally rational outlook on life
- The intelligence of the scientists, accountant,
and computer programmers, Newton, Einstein, etc.
6 Visual-Spatial Intelligence
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- Smart with pictures and images
- The ability to perceive, transform, and
recreate different aspects of the visual-spatial
world - An acute sensitivity to visualize details
- Can visualize vividly, draw, sketch their ideas
graphically, and orient themselves in
three-dimensional space with ease
7 Visual-Spatial Intelligence
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- Architects, photographers, artists, pilots,
mechanical engineers - Designer of the Pyramids in Egypt, Thomas
Edison, Pable Piccaso,etc.
8 Musical Intelligence
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- The capacity to perceive, appreciate, and produce
rhythms and melodies - Has a good ear, can sing in tune, keep time to
music - Can listen to different musical selections with
some degree of discernment - Bach, Beethoven, Brahms, etc.
9 Bodily-kinesthetic Intelligence
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- The intelligence of the physical self
- Talent in controlling ones body movement and
handling objects skillfully - Athletes, craft people, mechanics, and surgeons,
carpenter, model-building - Enjoy physical pursuits like hiking, dancing,
swimming, or boating - Charlie Chaplin, Michael Jackson,etc
10 Interpersonal Intelligence
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- The ability to understand and work with others
- A capacity to perceive and be responsive to the
moods, temperaments, intentions, and desires of
others - A social director on a cruise ship, administrator
of a large corporation
11 Interpersonal Intelligence
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- Very compassionate and socially responsible like
Gandhi, Machiavelli - The ability to get inside the skin of another
person and view the world from the individual
perspective - Networkers, negotiators, teachers
12 Intrapersonal Intelligence
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- The intelligence of the inner self
- Can access ones own feelings and
discriminate between many different kinds of
inner emotional states - Can use ones self-understanding to enrich and
guide her life - Very introspective, enjoy meditation,
contemplation, deep soul searching
13 Intrapersonal Intelligence
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- Independent, highly goal-oriented, and
self-disciplined - Counselors, theologians, self-employed business
people - Prefer to work on their own rather than with
others
14 The Position of Multiple Intelligences(1)
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- One can be strong in one or more of the above
intelligences. But all possess all seven
intelligences - Any normal person can develop every one of the
seven kinds of intelligences to a reasonable
level of mastery.
15 The Position of Multiple Intelligences(2)
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- Example German thinker Rudolf Steiner was a
philosopher, writer, scientist, sculptor, social
theorist, architect. He also created a system of
dance, a theory of color, and a system of
gardening - There are a few people who have developed only
one intelligence to a high level, while the other
intelligences lagged far behind
16 The Position of Multiple Intelligences(3)
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- We have a few intelligences that stand out, some
that seem average, and others that we have
difficulty with in our lives. - There is room for everyone to shine in this new
model of intelligence. - The farmer, the parent, the painter, the
mechanic, and the merchant have as much right to
the term intelligence as do the psychiatrist, the
brain surgeon, and the law professor.
17Effective Learning through MI
- Through new imaging techniques, scientists can
now study the inner workings of the brain, thus
opening a vast frontier of knowledge on human
cognition. - Researchers agree that Intelligence and Learning
are multi-dimensional. - Brain research supports the theory that
throughout our lives, we are capable of growing
new connections between neurons, and these
connections create learning and memory.
18Effective Learning through MI
- Memory and intelligence are closely linked.
- Thinking and feeling are connected because our
patterning is emotional. - Our emotions open and close the doors to our
ability to learn new information and perform
specific tasks. - We are most motivated to learn when we are
involved in activities for which we possess some
talent.
19Creating a State of Flow
Effective Learning through MI
- We learn best when we are in a state of high,
relaxed concentration where an individual is
actively engaged in learning something new, but
not to the point of frustration.
20Effective Learning Through M.I. Means Triple
Coding Content
Effective Learning through MI
- Anytime three or more intelligences are used
to introduce new material to students, the
greater their chances of long term retention.
21 English Language Teaching Through MI
- MI theory offers ESL/EFL teachers a way to
examine their best teaching techniques and
strategies in light of human differences. - Two important steps
- The first step To identify the activities
that we frequently use in our classes and
categorize them. And then ask which ones help
develop verbal-linguistic intelligence ?
Logical/mathematical intelligence ? Musical
intelligence? Etc.
22English Language Teaching Through MI
- Verbal-Linguistic Intelligence
- note-taking, listening to lectures, reading
- books, storytelling, debates, group
discussions, worksheets, word games, listening to
cassettes or talking books, student speeches,
using word processors - Logical-Mathematical Intelligence
- science demonstrations and experiments, logic
puzzles and games, story problems with numbers,
logical/sequential presentation of subject
matter, creating codes, calculations
23English Language Teaching Through MI
- Spatial/Visual Intelligence
- using charts and grids, maps, diagrams
- videos, slides, movies, using art, using
- graphic organizers, visual awareness
activities - visualization, photography, student drawings
- Musical Intelligence
- Singing, playing recorded music, playing live
music (piano, guitar), Jazz Chants - music appreciation
24English Language Teaching Through MI
- Bodily/kinesthetic Intelligence
- hands-on activities (information-gap), field
trips - role-plays, mime, creative movements, cooking
- Mother-may-I ?
- Interpersonal Intelligence
- pair work or peer teaching, conflict mediation
- board games, group brainstorming
- group problem-solving, project work
25English Language Teaching Through MI
- Intrapersonal Intelligence
- activities with a self-evaluation component
- interest centers, goal setting, individualized
projects, inventories and checklists - options for homework
- personal journal keeping , reflective learning
- computer-assisted self-training
26English Language Teaching Through MI
- The second step
- To track what we are doing in our lesson
planning and teaching. - TESL/TEFL Multiple Intelligences Weekly
Checklist can be used.
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28 Sample MI Activity
See Activity Sheet
29Technology Enhances the Multiple Intelligences
- At least one-third of our students are
- vi sual learners.
- Computers offer students a multi-sensory
smorgasbord.
30Various Types of Technology Support the
Intelligences
31Student thoughts Intelligences They Feel are
Activated by Technology
32The Integration of M.I. Technology The
Positive Effects
- Students find topics more interesting when
information is presented in a variety of ways. - Students feel more comfortable and motivated when
they know that their learning styles will be
addressed. - Students believe their learning has more meaning
when the way in which they learn and present new
information is acknowledged. - Students are more challenged, engaged, and
independent.
33M.I. Technology Positive Effects, cont.
- Students have more control over what and how they
learn (self pacing). - Students gain a greater sense of responsibility
for their work. - Students remain on task for longer periods of
time.
34Positive Effects, cont.
- Students produce higher quality work, that
reflects the increased depth and breadth of their
knowledge and talents. - Students become better at critical thinking,
organizing evaluating information, and
presenting their new knowledge in creative ways.
35Verbal / Linguistic Intelligence
- CD-ROM titles for English Learning
- (Tell me more Kids, Q-Steps, Lets Go series,
OUP Picture Dictionary) - keypal programs
- videoconferencing program
- (Yahoo net meeting, MSN messenger
36Verbal / Linguistic Intelligence
- Word processing programs (Word)
- Typing tutors (Mavis Beacon)
- Desktop publishing (MicroSoft Publisher)
- Electronic libraries (World Library)
- Word games (Missing Links)
- Story Writing Programs (Imagination Express The
Amazing Writing Machine Storybook Weaver) - Co Writer (www.donjohnston.com/catalog/cow4000s.h
tm) -
37Verbal / Linguistic Intelligence
- Internet Resources for Teachers
- www.riverdeep.com
- www.nifl.gov/nifl/eliteracy
- www.glef.org
- www.learningspace.org
- www.iearn.org
- www.iste.org
38Logical / Mathematical Intelligence
- Millies Mathhouse (The Learning Company)
- The Adventures of Jasper Woodbury
- (developed by Vanderbilt University)
- - Rescue at Boones Meadow (5th Grade)
- http//peabody.vanderbilt.edu/ltc/Research/
- jasper.overview.html
- Critical thinking programs (H.O.T.S.- Higher
Order - Thinking Skills Visual Venture)
http//www.hots.org - Lost Mind of Dr. Brain (Sierra)
39Logical / Mathematical Intelligence
- Math skills tutorials (Math Blaster Treasure
Math Storm Math Rock! Cosmic Geometry Astro
Algebra) - Computer programming tutors (LOGO)
- Logic games (King's Quest)
- Strategy games (Strategy Series)
- Science programs (Science Tool Kits DK
Multimedia Gizmos Gadgets) - Microworld (www.kidsandcomputers.com)
- Math brain twister programs
40Visual/Spatial Intelligence
- Magic Books Software (HIT Lab) virtual reality
book - Virtual Explorer (UC/San Diego) science-based
reality adventure (http//www.wilson.ucsd.edu/ve) - Drawing Tools
- Scholastic HyperScreen Software built-in
fonts, clip art, and drawing tools - CrossPad Apple Newton
41Visual/Spatial Intelligence
- Animation programs (Art/Film Director KidPix)
- Clip-Art programs (Print Shop)
- Draw Paint programs (Print Artist)
- Electronic chess games (Chessmaster)
- Spatial problem solving games (Dr.Brain Thinking
Things) - Electronic puzzle kits (Living Jigsaws)
- Geometry programs (Sensei's Geometry
TesselMania, Tetris) - Digital Imagery/Graphics Programs (Adobe, Photo
Editor)
42Bodily/Kinesthetic Intelligence
- Tetris game (Alexey Pazhitnov) - fast decision
- making hands-eye coordination
- http//vadim.www.media.mit.edu/Tetris.htm
- StarLogo (MITs Media Lab)
- http//www.media.mit.edu/starlogo
- Personal Science Lab (Broderbund)
- Jason Project (electronic field trips)
- http//www.jasonproject.org
- TPR software
43Musical/Rhythmic Intelligence
- Band-in-a-Box (PG software)
- Singing software (Transforms voice input into
synthesizer sounds) - Tone recognition and melody enhancers (Arnold
SimTunes) - Musical instrument digital interfaces (Midi)
- Musical Problem Solving (Making Music Music
Ace Dr.Brain) - http//www.harmonicvision.com/products.htm
44Interpersonal Intelligence
- CUseeMe, ICQ (web.icq.com)
- MSN messinger, Net Meeting (Yahoo)
- Electronic bulletin boards (Kidsnet)
- Simulation games (Sim City)
- E-mail programs (Outlook, Eudora)
- iEARN website http//iearn/org.about/index.htm
- Online pen-pal programs (http//keypals.com)
- Surfaquarium (http//surfaquarium.com)
- Multiuser virtual envornments Tapped In
- http//tappedin.org
45Intrapersonal Intelligence
- Personal choice software (Decisions, Decisions)
- Career counseling software (The Perfect Career)
- Inspiration or kidspiration (www.inspiration.com)
- Any self-paced program (Foreign Languages
Personal finances) - Decisions, Decisions
- Graphic Organizer Index (www.graphic.org)
- Intelligent Tutoring Systems (Dave ESL by MIT)
46 Conclusion (1)
- MI theory offers ESL/EFL teachers a way to
examine their best teaching techniques and
strategies in light of human differences. - Teachers language-learning materials affect the
multiple intelligence profiles of their students. - We must identify the activities that we
frequently use in our classes and categorize them
to see which ones help develop which types of
students intelligences
47 Conclusion (2)
- The use of technology in English language
teaching should be maximized since the technology
and MI provides a winning combination. This means
that English teaching with technology is believed
to influence students learning more than any
other medium. - The MI-based teaching of English with technology
will help students develop seven kinds of their
intelligences. This being the case, students can
get smarter through learning English through
technology.
48 Conclusion (3)
- In the future multimedia software that will
assist students in developing their intelligences
through learning English is likely to be
developed. - The caveat of MI-based language learning through
technology is that such a combination will surely
help teachers create activities that will be
flexible, reflective, logical, and - The End