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Multiple Intelligences
Howard Gardner
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Multiple Intelligences
Psychologist Howard Gardner developed a theory that argues humans have multiple intelligences. Intelligences operate at the same time and complement one another Each person has a blend of these intelligences Caregivers can learn how to recognize a child’s intelligence and provide child with opportunities to learn that build their strengths.
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Linguistic Intelligence (word smart)
Sensitivity to language Ability to use language to accomplish goals Writers, poets, and lawyers all have high linguistic intelligence
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Logical-Mathematical intelligence
Ability to analyze problems using logic and perform mathematical operations. Explores issues scientifically, using step by step formulas and experimentation.
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Visual-Spatial Intelligence
Understands the potential use of space Thinks in three dimensions Imagines things in clear visual images Architects, artists, and landscapers rely on this type of intelligence
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Rhythmic-Musical Intelligence
Has skill in performing, composing, and appreciating musical patterns
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Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence
Has potential to use ones body to solve problems and express ideas
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Naturalist Intelligence
Can recognize, categorize, and draw upon features of the environment
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Interpersonal Intelligence
Understands the intentions, desires, and motivations of others This kind of intelligence helps teachers, counselors, and political leaders work with others
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Intrapersonal Intelligence
Capacity to understand ones own fears, hopes, and motivations
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The life cycle of a pumpkin
Activity In groups, design three activities for pre-school aged children that will teach them: The life cycle of a pumpkin Each of the three activities must be designed for a different type of intelligence
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Montessori Based on the ideas of Maria Montessori (1870-1952)
Believes children learn naturally if placed in prepared learning environments Montessori classrooms have “learning stations” arranged by subject area Everything within child’s reach Students have a lot of independence and direct themselves Very little structured group work
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Behaviourist Theory Behaviourism assumes that people are passive learners – like a blank slate. This means that children learn by responding to things in their environments. If the child receives reinforcement for doing something, they will do it again. Positive Reinforcement: When the child gets something they want as a result their behaviour. Negative Reinforcement: When something the child does not like is taken away as a result of their behaviour.
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Helping Children Learn
Learning from everyday life children learn through experiences Talk to children about their world Positive comments Ask questions to help them think about their experiences Learning through reading Reading helps children learn about and understand the world You can help children learn to read by Reading to them often repeating certain sounds over and over again, this is called alliteration. Rhyming books are good Choose books that appeal to the child’s interests Na
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Learning Through Reading
Reading helps children learn about and understand the world You can help children learn to read by Reading to them often Repeating certain sounds over and over again, this is called alliteration. Rhyming books are good Choosing books that appeal to the child’s interests
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Art and Music Art helps children express their feelings, develop fine motor skills, and express their creativity Expose children to working with many different materials Encourage children to experiment without being corrected or criticized Praise specific aspects of the work Allow children to play with different simple instruments Anything can be a percussion instrument: pots and pans are a great starter drum kit!
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