2.  Howard Gardner’s Multiple Intelligences Theory was first published in Howard Gardner’s Book: Frames of Mind (1983)  Initially developed as a contribution to psychology, however Gardner’s theory was soon embraced by education, teaching and training communities.

3. Intelligence TypeCapability and Perception LinguisticWords and language Logical – MathematicalLogic and numbers MusicalMusic, sound, rhythm Bodily - KinestheticBody movement control Spatial - VisualImages and Space InterpersonalOther people’s feelings IntrapersonalSelf – Awareness

4. Intelligence TypeCapability and Perception NaturalistNatural Environment Spiritual / ExistentialReligion and “Ultimate Issues” MoralEthics, humanity, value of life

5.  Description: Understands the relationship between communication and meaning  Typical Roles: Writers, Lawyers, Journalists, Poets, Copy Editors, Radio Personalities  Activities or Tests: Write a set of instructions, speak on a subject, edit a written work  Preferred Learning Style: Words and Language

6.  Description: detecting patterns, scientific reasoning and deduction, analyze problems, perform mathematical calculations  Typical Roles: Scientists, engineers, computer experts, accountants, statisticians, traders, bankers  Activities or Tests: Assess value, perform mental arithmetic calculation, analyze how a machine works  Preferred Learning Style: numbers and logic

7.  Description: Musical awareness, appreciation and use of sound  Typical Roles: Producers, party planners, voice coaches, entertainers  Activities or Tests: Interpret musical styling, specify mood music, play a musical instrument  Preferred Learning Style: Music, Sounds Rhythm

8.  Description: body movement control, manual dexterity, physical agility and balance: eye and body coordination  Typical Roles: dancers, soldiers, fishermen, chefs, gardeners, acupuncturists, fire fighters  Activities or Tests: Juggle, Toss something, demonstrate a sports technique  Preferred Learning Style: physical experience and movement, touch and feel

9.  Description: visual and spatial perception, interpretation of visual images, pictorial imagination and expression  Typical Roles: photographers, artists and sculptors, inventors, cosmetics and beauty consultants  Activities or Tests: Design a costume, interpret a painting, create a room layout, create a corporate logo  Preferred Learning Style: pictures, shapes, images, 3D Space

10.  Description: Perception of other people’s feelings, ability to relate to others, interpretation of behavior and communications  Typical Roles: Therapists, HR Professionals, mediators, counselors, politicians, teachers  Activities or Tests : Interpret moods from facial expressions, demonstrate feelings through body language  Preferred Learning Style: human contact, communications, cooperation, teamwork

11.  Description: Self – Awareness, Personal cognizance, personal objectivity, the capability to understand oneself  Typical Roles: Arguably anyone who is self – aware and involved in the process of changing personal thoughts, beliefs and behavior in relation to their situation  Activities or Tests: Decide options for personal development  Preferred Learning Style: self reflection, self discovery