1. Multiple
Intelligences

2. Background Howard Gardner Learner-based philosophy IQ TEST
Multiple Intelligences
(MI) Model

3. Multiple Intelligences Model
Linguistic
2. Logical/Mathematical
3. Spatial
4. Musical
5.Bodily/Kinesthetic
6.Interpersonal
7.Intrapersoanl
8.Naturalist

4. Approach MI theory lacks some of the basic elements that might link
it more directly to language
education.
MI proposals look at the
language of an individual as
central to the whole life of the
language learner and user

5. Design A series of educational support systems Syllabus design
1:Awaken the Intelligences.
2:Amplify the Intelligences.
3:Teach with/for the Intelligences.
4:Transfer of the Intelligences.

6. Role of Teachers To improve the second language abilities of their
students
To become major
contributors to the overall
development of students

7. Role of Learners
The MI classroom is designed to support development of the “whole person.”
Well-rounded individuals
More successful learners
See their goals