Multiple Intelligences

Herson Asmel Castro Rivas

Multiple Intelligences

What are Multiple Intelligences?

What is learning style? What are the Multiple Intelligences?

How identify the Multiple Intelligences?

How to teach with multiple intelligences in the classroom?

What are Multiple Intelligences?

What is intelligence? Some theorists believe that intelligence is a single, general ability that people have to varying degrees and apply to a wide range of tasks (Ormond, 2008).

Harvard Gardner defines intelligence as: the ability to solve problems or to create products which are valued in one or more cultural settings.

According to MI theory, "we are all able to know the world through language, logical-mathematical analysis, spatial representation, musical thinking, and the use of the body to solve problems or to make things, an understanding of other individuals, and an understanding of ourselves

Dr. Howard Gardner

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Each person is a unique blend of dynamic intelligences which grow, expand and develop throughout life.

2. Intelligence is not singular. Multiple intelligences can be identified and described.

3. Rarely do they work alone; rather intelligences are combined in our activities. One can enhance another (Gardner, 1983)

According to Piaget, learning is maturational, tied to specific ages. Motivation to learn is intrinsic and internal in nature. According to Lev Vygotsky, human motivation to learn is socially constructed. Vygotsky views motivation as both intrinsic as well as extrinsic with the individual and the culture interacting to form new understanding.

What is learning style?

The term "learning styles" is commonly used throughout various educational fields and therefore, has many connotations. In general, it refers to the uniqueness of how each learner receives and processes new information.

Each person is born with certain preferences toward particular styles, but culture, experience, and development influence these preferences. The four most common learning styles are
Visual Aural Reading/writing Kinesthetic/tactile

What are the multiple intelligences?

Logical, Mathematical

Natural

Visual-Spatial

Interpersonal

Bodily-kinesthetic

Intrapersonal

Musical

Linguistic

How identify the multiple intelligences?

Based on the work of Dr. Gardner : Theory of multiple Intelligences (1983).

Gardner emphasizes that one or two intelligences are often stronger and more fully developed in a p erson although everyone has the capacity of nurturing all seven. Each of these intelligences represents a learning resource for every student and a diversity of learning styles.

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Linguistic Intelligence (Word Smart) Likes to write creatively Likes to tell stories or jokes Has good memory for names, places, dates, or trivia Enjoys reading Spells words accurately and easily Appreciates rhymes and tongue twisters Likes crossword puzzles and word games (e.g., Scrabble) Has good vocabulary for age Excels at subjects in school that involve reading and/or writing

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Logical Mathematical Intelligence (Number Smart) Computes arithmetic problems quickly in head Enjoys using computers Plays chess, checkers, or other strategy games Reasons out problems logically Asks questions like: Where does the universe end? or Why is the sky blue? Spends a lots of time working at logic puzzles or games Enjoys putting things in categories or hierarchies Has a good sense of cause and effect Excels in math or science classes at school

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Spatial Intelligence (Picture Smart) 1. Reports clear visual images when thinking about something Easily reads maps, charts, and diagrams Draws accurate representations of people or things Likes movies, slide shows, or photographs Enjoys doing jigsaw puzzles, mazes, or other visual activities Daydreams frequently Builds interesting 3-dimensional constructions (e.g., Lego buildings) Doodles on stray scraps of paper or on schoolwork Gets more out of pictures than words when reading Excels in art class at school

Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence (Body Smart) Does well in competitive sports Moves, taps, or fidgets while sitting at chair Engages in physical activities such as swimming, biking, hiking, or skateboarding Needs to touch things in order to understand them or learn more about them Enjoys jumping, running, wrestling, or similar physical activities Demonstrates skill in a craft like woodworking, sewing, carving, or sculpture Cleverly mimics other peoples gestures, mannerisms, or behaviors Enjoys working with clay, finger-painting, or other messy activities

How to teach with multiple intelligences in the classroom?

When planning a lesson, ask the right questions. Certain questions help teachers to look at the possibilities for involving as much intelligence as possible. Linguistic: How can I use the spoken or written word?
Logical-Mathematical: How can I bring in numbers, calculations, logic, classifications, or critical thinking? Spatial: How can I use visual aids, visualization, color, art, metaphor, or visual organizers?

Musical: How can I bring in music or environmental sounds, or set key points in a rhythm or melody?
Bodily-Kinesthetic: How can I involve the whole body, or hands-on experiences? Interpersonal: How can I engage students in peer or cross-age sharing, cooperative learning or large-group simulation? Intrapersonal: How can I evoke personal feelings or memories, or give students choices?

UNIVERSIDAD CAPITAN GENERAL GERARDO BARRIOS. Km. 113 Carretera del Litoral, Desvo a Santa Mara Usulutn, El Salvador. PBX. (503) 2662-0846 LESSON PLAN Teachers name: Herson Asmel Castro Rivas. Date: Oct. 25th, 2013 Time: 10 min. Subject: English Section: A Unit: 1 Career: English Bachelor Degree Level: B2
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Teachin g Method s

Activities
Principles of the Method - Language is for communication Techniques Teacher Students Timing

Teaching Resources

Greeting. Around table Cooperative learning Discussion Tell students about the activities to develop in the class. Give to them the vocabulary needed about Music. Tell student to talk about what they know about music and who is their favorite singer

Around table
5 min.

Americans musicians.

The commu nicative Langua ge learning

Work in group of three

Computer. Markers. Projector. Notebook. Extra Pages.

-Students reflected on what they have experienced.

Tell the teacher what you are thinking about Americans Singer
Tell the teacher who are your favorite singer

5 min.

Vocabulary
musician pianist violinist guitarist singer drummer concert song love song tune rhythm beat note melody msico pianista violinista guitarrista cantante batera concierto cancin cancin de amor meloda ritmo toque de tambor nota meloda