Learning Strategies

Specific learning objectives Part 1. Week 1. to be able to explain multiple intelligence theory by Howard Gardner to be able to explain learning strategies Part 2. Week 2. to be able to identify and apply online resources in order to implement learning strategies online

Learning style and learning strategies Learning styles Learning strategies natural, habitual, and preferred way(s) of absorbing, processing, and retaining new information and skills general characteristics consistent and enduring tendencies/preferences differ across individuals specific” attacks” that we make on a given problem contextualized “battle plans” vary intraindividually

Howard Gardner's Theory Gardner was one of the first people to question the idea that intelligence is a single entity that can be measured by an IQ test Gardner developed a list of intelligences and believed that each intelligence has it’s own strengths and constraints He also claimed that the intelligences did not work independently but are used simultanuously and complement each other

Multiple Intelligence (I) The theory of multiple intelligences was developed in 1983 by Dr. Howard Gardner, professor of education at Harvard University It suggests that the traditional notion of intelligence, based on I.Q. testing, is far too limited Instead, Dr. Gardner proposed eight different intelligences to account for a broader range of human potential in children and adults These intelligences are:

Multiple Intelligence (II) Linguistic intelligence ("word smart") Logical-mathematical intelligence ("number/reasoning smart") Spatial intelligence ("picture smart") Bodily-Kinesthetic intelligence ("body smart") Musical intelligence ("music smart") Interpersonal intelligence ("people smart") Intrapersonal intelligence ("self smart") Naturalist intelligence ("nature smart")

Linguistic intelligence involves sensitivity to spoken and written language, the ability to learn languages, and the capacity to use language to accomplish certain goals this intelligence includes the ability to effectively use language to express oneself rhetorically or poetically; and language as a means to remember information

Logical-mathematical intelligence consists of the capacity to analyze problems logically, carry out mathematical operations, and investigate issues scientifically this intelligence is most often associated with scientific and mathematical thinking

Musical intelligence involves skill in the performance, composition, and appreciation of musical patterns it encompasses the capacity to recognize and compose musical pitches, tones, and rhythms

Bodily-kinesthetic intelligence entails the potential of using one's whole body or parts of the body to solve problems it is the ability to use mental abilities to coordinate bodily movements

Spatial intelligence involves the potential to recognize and use the patterns of wide space and more confined areas.

Interpersonal intelligence is concerned with the capacity to understand the intentions, motivations and desires of other people it allows people to work effectively with others. Educators, sales people, religious and political leaders and counsellors all need a well-developed interpersonal intelligence

Intrapersonal intelligence entails the capacity to understand oneself, to appreciate one's feelings, fears and motivations in Howard Gardner's view, it involves having an effective working model of ourselves, and being able to use information to regulate our lives

Activity 1 (1/2) Paper material (optional) : VIDEO (optional): http://www.newhorizons.org/strategies/assess/meyer_glock.htm http://www.newhorizons.org/trans/international/ribot.htm VIDEO (optional): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zbDXbIDDsnA http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KEFpaY3GI-I&feature=related http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uBknM7-AkAM&feature=related

Activity 1 (2/2) Choose one of tests and find out your personal learning style: http://www.bgfl.org/bgfl/custom/resources_ftp/client_ftp/ks3/ict/multiple_int/index.htm http://www.jaconline.com.au/sosealive/home/mitest.swf Test yourself: http://www.personal.psu.edu/staff/b/x/bxb11/MI/MITest.htm

Activity 1 output Step 1. National group forums Present results of learning style test in national group face to face or online at national group discussion forum. Describe shortly your learning styles. Why was Howard Gardner theory useful to you? Was it useful for you to find out your learning style? Step 2. International forum. Reflection on Activity 1 in discussion forum with international group: each national student group presents summary of learning strategy identification at international discussion forum.

Prof. Margarita Teresevičienė m.tereseviciene@smf.vdu.lt Thank you Prof. Margarita Teresevičienė m.tereseviciene@smf.vdu.lt