Theories of Intelligence - Assignment Example

THE GLOBAL NEWS www.globalnews.com THE GLOBAL PERIODICAL August 22, Unlocking Garnder’s Theories of Multiple Intelligence Indiana University. Howard Gardner is known for his theories of multiple intelligence. As cited from one of his books entitled Frames of mind. The theory of multiple intelligences (Garnder, 1983/2003), the theories of multiple intelligence was proposed to indicate that “intelligent behavior does not arise from a single unitary quality of the mind, as g-based theories suggest, but rather that different kinds of intelligence are generated from separate metaphorical pools of mental energy.

Each of these pools enables the individual “to solve problems, or to create products, that are valued within one or more cultural settings”.Accordingly, Gardner revealed seven intelligences by which individuals are capable of tapping to solve problems at hand. These intelligences were specifically noted as: linguistic (ability to read, write and communicate), logical-mathematical (ability for logical thinking and to solve mathematical and even scientific problems), spatial (exemplifying navigational or visual architectural and planning skills), bodily kinesthetic (use of physical body in solving problems), musical (innate musical talent), interpersonal (skills towards others), and intrapersonal (skills towards self).

Two intelligences: naturalist and existentialist were eventually added to the list (A Brief History of Intelligence Theory, p. 2).The good news is that this theory has been proven have been successfully applied in contemporary classroom settings, for instance, in science subjects through the application of logical-mathematical skills (to solve science problems), spatial and even bodily-kinesthetic through the control of body motions, spaces, and concepts of distance, and of course, needed in all classroom settings, the linguistic intelligence.

Teachers and educators should therefore harness these intelligences through closely assessing the strengths of their students and develop the skills and intelligences that are most needed to assist in their overall academic performance.ReferencesA Brief History of Intelligence Theory. (n.d.).Gardner, H. (1983/2003). Frames of mind. The theory of multiple intelligences. New York: BasicBooks.