Theory of multiple intelligences

INTELLIGENCE: SINGLE OR MULTIPLE ABILITY NAME – KEYA SAMPAT CLASS – FYBA ROLL NO – 297 UID NO – 151235 GUIDE – LINDA MA’AM Before the development of psychometric and behavioral psychology, intelligence was believed to be a single inherited ability and it was possible to train a human being to learn anything if it was presented appropriately. But further research on it showed exactly the opposite. It shows that there are a number of intelligences that are very independent of each other, they…

The theories of multiple intelligence are based on one’s general ability and or specific abilities, therefore there are many different types of intelligence that provide cognitive development. According to Robert Sternberg's theory the triarchic theory of intelligence, there are three ways intelligences is perceived. These three ways intelligence are seen helps guide one to make connections with past experiences and to make a decision to solve a problem. Howard Gardner's proposition is that…

The first article I have chosen to review is titled, To what extent do different multiple intelligences affect sixth grade students’ achievement level on the particle model of matter, by Zehra Ozdilek. In the introduction of this article, he explains how students in a Turkish elementary school are having a difficult time understanding the concept of matter which was new in the curriculum that year. He then also explains how Howard Gardner believe that teachers needed to be aware that each child…

Critical evaluation Multiple Intelligences theory Gardner’s view of intelligences has now become one of the famous theories in the educational world, but does the theory truly improve people’s understanding in a scientific, progressive way and helpful in education and learning back to 1980-1990’s? This question could be discussed in the changes of evaluation, educational and learning view. First, there were various standpoints before multiple intelligences theory, but the main world recognized…

Alajeel September 27, 2015 Ms. Wanda Weldon Intelligence Final Draft “There are no great limits to growth because there are no limits of human intelligence, imagination, and wonder.” – Ronald Reagan. Intelligence is the capability to obtain and apply learning and abilities. Scientists nowadays believe that intelligence is a trait that is passed down through generations; in other word it is genetic. Well I’m here to tell you that this is not true. Intelligence is not something passed down by…

dumb? Howard Gardner believed this was not the case with his theory of multiple intelligences. A theory developed that different students had different types of minds, so therefore they will learn, remember, perform, and understand knowledge in their own different way. Gardner theorized that there were seven different areas of skills that a person can have in different amounts. With this theory he “developed a theory of multiple intelligences that comprises seven distinct areas of skills that…

In fact, there are many intelligence theories founded by renowned psychologist such as Theory of Multiple Intelligences by Howard Gardner (1983), and Triarchic Theory of Human Intelligence by Robert J. Sternberg (1985). To me, it is important for oneself to explore his/her own hidden potential and utilize it for the benefit of him/herself. Intelligence is not solely dependent on our ability to score an A during an exam, but that’s the Eastern…

With regard to Gardener’s multiple intelligence theory, the introduction of all intelligences in the education system is of great advantage to the learners and society at large. As explained by Gardener, “initial ways of intelligence testing are not competent due to their biases to only one type of intelligence” (Gardner 32). Introduction of all intelligences in the education systems will enable individuals get the understanding that everyone has got a mind of their own. Through the introduction…

What is intelligence? Is it Intelligence Quotient measures or “common sense”, “street knowledge”, even “the ability to process information properly”. Intelligence not only means being intelligent in a single way, but being intelligent in multiple ways. The works of Howard Gardner and Gerald Graff both elaborate on what it is to be intelligent and how the school system should encourage or make available different strategies for students to truly succeed in school and in life. Although Gerald…

Introduction Intelligence has been a controversial topic for many years. What is intelligence? Who has it? How do you measure it? Is there more than one type of intelligence? There are many theories that explain “intelligence”. Some theories of intelligence are Gardner’s theory of multiple intelligences, Sternberg’s theory of triarchic intelligence, and Cattell’s theory of intelligence, and many others have been proposed throughout the years. Many views have been brought up and many names are…