Multiple Intelligence:

Meeting the Needs of

All Students
A theory by Howard Gardner of Harvard
University
 Definition

• The theory of Eight

intelligences was
developed by Howard
Gardner in 1983 which
includes that there are
eight ways through which
humans perceive and
understand the world.
The Eight Established
Intelligences…
 8-Type of Intelligence
• Verbal/Linguistic
• Logical/Mathematical
• Visual/Spatial
• Bodily/Kinesthetic
• Musical/Rhythmic
• Interpersonal
• Intrapersonal
• Naturalist
1. Verbal intelligence is the ability
to analyze information and solve
problems using language-based
reasoning. Language-based
reasoning may involve reading or
listening to words, conversing,
writing, or even thinking.
 Verbal-Linguistic Learners
(Word Smart)
• Often speaks of what they have read
• Especially like storytelling and creative
writing
• Ability to write or read
• Ability to rhyme
• Good speakers
• Loves word games
 Verbal-Linguistic Learners
(Career Match)
• Public Speaker
• Politician
• Preacher
• Teacher
• Journalist
• Broadcaster
• English / Writing Tutor
• Actor / Actress
2. logical/mathematical intelligence
people with this intelligence are
good at scientific investigations and
identifying relationships between
different things. They are also
good at understanding complex and
abstract ideas.
 Logical-Mathematical Learners
( Number Smart)
• Ability to do math
• Solving puzzles
• Especially like problem solving
• Creating patterns
• Conducting experiments
• Working with numbers
• The ability to detect sequences and
patterns.
Logical-Mathematical Intelligence
(Career Match)
• Scientist
• Mathematician
• Lawyer
• Doctor
• Accountant
• Computer Programmer
• Researcher
• Financial Planner
3. Visual-spatial
Intelligence. The ability to
accurately perceive the
visual world and to re-create,
manipulate and modify
aspects of one's perceptions
 Visual-Spatial Learners
(Picture Smart)

• Good at drawing
• Notice colors and shapes
• Enjoy photography
• Good with directions
• Good at solving visual puzzles
• Like books with pictures
 Visual-Spatial Learners
(Career Match)
• Artist
• Architect
• Graphic Designer
• Engineer
• Fashion Designer
• Interior Decorator
• Photographer
4. bodily/Kinesthetic Intelligence:
People are skilled at using
their body to convey feelings and
ideas. They have good hand-eye
coordination and are very aware of
their bodies. Their fine and gross
motor skills are more advanced
than the average person's.
 Body-Kinesthetic
Learners(Body Smart)
• Learns by "doing“
• Well-coordinated with good motor
skills
• Enjoys the outdoors.
• Sensitive to activity, athletics and
physical gestures while talking
• Especially like role-play, show and
Tell, etc.
 Body-Kinesthetic
Learner(Career Match)
• Athlete
• Dancer
• Performer
• Farmer
• Physical Therapist
• Physical Instructors
5. Musical Intelligence: These
people will love music. They
appreciate rhythm and
composition. They are gifted with
the ability to compose, sing
and/or play instrument(s). Able
to recognize sounds, tones and
rhythm, they have a "good ear"
for music.
 Musical-Rhythmic Learners
(Music Smart)

• Have good rhythm

• Can easily memorize songs
• Notice and enjoy different sounds
• Often singing, whistling or tapping a song
• Playing instruments, drumming
• Like the human voice, sounds from nature,
instrumental music.
 Musical-Rhythmic Learners
(Career Match)
• Musician
• Singer
• Composer
• Song writer
• Music Teacher
• Music Director
• Record Producer
6. Interpersonal intelligence is the
ability to understand and interact
effectively with others. It
involves effective verbal and
nonverbal communication, the
ability to note distinctions among
others, sensitivity to the moods
and temperaments of others, and
the ability to
entertain multiple perspectives.
 Interpersonal Learners
(People Smart)
• Enjoy social events
• Love groups and crowds
• Have many friends
• Enjoy team sports
• Enjoying teaching others
• Love meeting new people
• Cooperative in groups
 Interpersonal Learners
Career match
• Leader
• Manager
• Politician
• Counselor
• Child Care
• Coach
• Social Worker
• Sales Representatives
7. Intrapersonal means “within the
self”—so, “intrapersonal
intelligence” is another term for
self-awareness or introspection.
People who have high intrapersonal
intelligence are aware of their
emotions, motivations, beliefs, and
goals.
 Intrapersonal Learners
(Self Smart)
• Introvert
• Prefers working alone
• Self-aware
• Independent
• Perfectionist
• Spends time thinking and reflecting
• Sensitive to their own feelings.
 Intrapersonal Learners
(Career Match)
• Psychologist
• Philosopher
• Writer
• Theologian
• Therapist
• Counselor
• Program planner
8. Naturalist intelligence has to do
with observing, understanding and
organizing patterns in the natural
environment. A naturalist is
someone who shows expertise in
the recognition and classification
of plants and animals.
 Naturalist Learners
(Nature Smart)
• Like to learn about nature
• Enjoy gardening
• Enjoy having pets
• Conscious of changes in weather
• Feels alive when in contact with nature
• Likes to camp, hike, walk and climb
• Notice nature above all other things
 Naturalist Learners
(Career Match)
• Geologist
• Scientist (Botanist)
• Marine Biologist
• Ecologist
• Animal Trainer
• Gardener
• Farmer

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How we use MI…
 Why the Attraction for
Educators…

• Different children learn differently so

utilizing MI in designing a lesson plan has
become essential for kindergarten.
• Helps promote self-motivation in students
because learning is based on natural
talents
• Provide students with opportunity to learn
successfully.
Teaching with MI Plan…

Topic: Family
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