MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCES

MULTIPLE  INTELLIGENCES

	The theory of Multiple Intelligences was developed by Dr. Howard Gardner,  a psychologist, and professor of neuroscience from Harvard University.
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INTELLIGENCES IDENTIFIED   LESSON PLAN IDEAS   TECHNOLOGY CONSIDERATIONS   The MI theory is based on the belief that we all possess at least eight unique intelligences through which we are able to learn/teach new information.  Although we each have all eight, no two individuals have them in the same exact amounts. Learning through a variety of unique experiences allows children to better understand themselves as lifelong learners, and to see how others acquire knowledge and apply their skills. The multiple intelligences can be enhanced with the use of technology. Following Howard Gardner's theory of Multiple Intelligence, teachers can encourage development by providing enrichment opportunities in each of the areas of the intellect.               According to Gardner, intelligence is: The ability to create an effective product or offer a service that is valued in a culture A set of skills that make it possible for a person to solve problems in life The potential for finding or creating solutions for problems, which involves gathering new knowledge   According to Gardner: All human beings possess all intelligences in varying amounts. Each person has a different intellectual composition. We can improve education by addressing the multiple intelligences of our students. These intelligences are located in different areas of the brain and can either work independently or together. These intelligences may define the human species.

Traditional View of "Intelligence" "Multiple Intelligences" Theory Intelligence can be measured by short-answer tests: Stanford-Binet Intelligence Quotient Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children (WISCIV) Woodcock Johnson test of Cognitive Ability Scholastic Aptitude Test Assessment of an individual's multiple intelligences can foster learning and problem-solving styles. Short answer tests are not used because they do not measure disciplinary mastery or deep understanding. They only measure rote memorization skills and one's ability to do well on short answer tests. Some states have developed tests that value process over the final answer, such as PAM (Performance Assessment in Math) and PAL (Performance Assessment in Language) People are born with a fixed amount of intelligence. Human beings have all of the intelligences, but each person has a unique combination, or profile. Intelligence level does not change over a lifetime. We can all improve each of the intelligences, though some people will improve more readily in one intelligence area than in others. Intelligence consists of ability in logic and language. There are many more types of intelligence which reflect different ways of interacting with the world In traditional practice, teachers teach the same material to everyone. M.I. pedagogy implies that teachers teach and assess differently based on individual intellectual strengths and weaknesses. Teachers teach a topic or "subject." Teachers structure learning activities around an issue or question and connect subjects. Teachers develop strategies that allow for students to demonstrate multiple ways of understanding and value their uniqueness. It's not how smart you are,                  it's how you are smart!"| —Howard Gardner Interview, "Common Miracles" ABC 1993 Intelligence is: the capacity to do something useful in the society in which we live the ability to respond successfully to new situations and the capacity to learn from one’s past experiences.” —Dr. Howard Gardner, author, Frames of Mind and Multiple Intelligences: The Theory in Practice The intelligences act in consort                - they are not mutually exclusive MI Theory was not developed to exclude individuals,    but to allow all people to contribute to society           through their own strengths!               —Walter McKenzie TEST your KNOWLEDGE of MI MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCES WEBQUEST: What Smart Teachers are doing in the Classroom   Surveys and Quizzes Online Resources 8 Multiple Intelligences Test Abiator's Online MI Assessment Assessment: Find Your Strength Helly Quizzy.com: MI Test Intelligence Survey Learning Disabilities Resource MI Inventory Multiple Intelligence Test (by Nancy Faris) for Children for Youth for Adults Multiple Intelligence Quiz Multiple Intelligence Inventory (Free Sign-up) Multiple Intelligence Test Multiple Intelligence Test Multiple Intelligence Test Multiple Intelligence Test and Learning Styles Playground Games Project:  MI The Rogers Indicator of Multiple Intelligences Various Multiple Intelligence Tests What Is My Personal Learning Style? What's Your Learning Style? Printable Paper Resources/Links Discovering your SMARTS: A MI Checklist "Does Your Child. . . " (For Parents) Multiple Intelligences Inventory Multiple Intelligence Survey (Word Document) Multiple Intelligence Quiz Multiple Intelligences Teacher Inventory Multiple Intelligences Test Testing yourself: How Are You Smart? Thomas Armstrong's Multiple Intelligences Checklist What are My Learning Strengths? Word/Excel/PDF Format MI Profile (David Lazear) Abiator's LST Tests Differentiation Workshop Mentor Training Basics: Begin MI Journey (Compiled by Roger Hampton} Concept to Classroom:  Online Workshop Tapping into Multiple Intelligences Special Report: The Multiple Intelligences Redefine "Smart" PowerPoint Presentation: Roger Hampton's PowerPoint Presentation   References and Resources: References for these MI WebPages MI Internet Resources MI Resources MI Schools: ENOTA: Multiple Intelligences Academy San Jose Elementary School Key Elementary School Country Springs Elementary School Edwin Rhodes Elementary School Sharon Elementary School New City School New School of Northern Virginia     Special MI Links to Note:   Multiple Intelligence WebQuest                     Technology and Multiple Intelligences   MI Materials and Activities List                   MI and Early Childhood   MI Assessments and Strategies                          These web pages are compiled by Roger Hampton in an effort to organize information from various sources on the subject of Multiple Intelligences for consideration and utilization by educators. Latest Update:  June 15, 2009 Contact Me Roger Hampton