Multiple Intelligences

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First put forth in 1983 by Howard Gardner

Speculation has arisen that there may be many forms of intelligence as yet uncategorized

Here are some common thinking words associated with each type of intelligence

Books that help teachers learn how to utilize multiple intelligences in the classroom

Activities that correspond to each intelligence

Existentialistic

good at understanding or relating knowledge to phenomena outside sensory input

the latest addition to the multiple intelligences

those with this intelligence are often philosophers, clergy, mathematicians, or physicists

Intrapersonal

good at reflection and self-evaluation

often considered an aspect of personality attached to emotion not an intelligence

those with this intelligence are often writers, artists, or psychologists

Logical/Mathematical

good with numbers, math, logical reasoning

one of the most common taught in schools

those with this intelligence are most likely mathematicians, logicians, or accountants

Spatial

good with the use of space and the ability to visualize

helpful in creating concept maps and graphic organizers

those with this intelligence are often artists, designers, or architects

Kinesthetic

good at using their body and handling objects skillfully

traditionally thought to be a skill not an intelligence

those with this intelligence are often athletes, dancers, or craftsman in many mediums

Musical

good with music and musical elements such as pitch and rhythm

traditionally, it has been considered a talent not an intelligence

those with this intelligence are often musicians, singers, or conductors

Linguistic

good with words and language

most common form of intelligencece

those with this intelligence are most likely writers, journalists, editors, or critics

Naturalistic

good at understanding nature and its relation to humanity

traditionally considered a personality type and not an intelligence

those with this intelligence are often biologists, naturalists, zoologists, or ecologists

Interpersonal

good at working with people and collaboration

often considered a form of emotional intelligence

those with this intelligence are often managers, community leaders, or politicians