Multiple Intelligences

 

The theory of multiple intelligences was proposed by Howard Gardner in his book 1983 ‘Frames of Mind’: The theory of multiple intelligences as a model of intelligence that differentiates it into specific “modalities”, rather than seeing it as dominated by a single general ability.

Gardner chose eight abilities in multiple intelligences: 

a. Logical-Mathematical Intelligence

This are has to do with logic, abstractions, reasoning and numbers and critical thinking. This also has to do with having the capacity to understand the underlying principles of some kinds of causal system.

b. Linguistic Intelligence

People with high verbal-linguistic intelligence display a facility with words and languages. They are typically good at reading, writing, and telling stories and memorizing words along with dates. Linguistic and logical-mathematical intelligence on which standardized IQ test are based. 

c. Spatial/ Visual Intelligence

Spatial intelligence is the ability to find your way around an environment to visualize with the mind’s eye, to form mental images of reality. 

d. Musical Intelligence

This area has to do with sensitivity to sounds, rhythms, tones. The ability to perceive and create pitch and rhythmic patterns, able to sing, play musical instruments. Since there is a strong auditory component to this intelligence, those who are strongest on it may learn best via lecture. 

e. Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence

The core elements of the bodily-kinesthetic intelligence are control of one’s bodily motions and the capacity to handle objects skillfully. Careers that suit those with this intelligence include: athletes, surgeons, builders, etc. 

f. Interpersonal Intelligence

That is the ability to understand others and how they feel, and to interact effectively with them. Careers that suit with this intelligence include: teachers, counsellors, social workers, etc. 

g. Intrapersonal Intelligence

The ability to understand oneself and to develop a sense of self-identity. That’s mean introspective and self-reflective capacities. This refers to having a deep understanding of the self; what your weakness are, what makes you unique, being able to predict your own emotions. 

h. Naturalistic Intelligence

Nurturing and relating information to one’s natural surrondings. Example include classifying natural forms such as animal and plant species and rocks and mountain types. This ability has by farmers, hunters, etc. 

Sources:
* http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Multiple_Intelligences
* Douglas Brown: Language Assessment Principle and Classroom Practices.