The theory of multiple intelligence developed by Howard Gardner suggest that there are 8 different types of intelligence and we all possess one or a combination of a few. The theory helps educators to think differently about IQ and thinking.
Linguistic - likes to read, good with words, word smart
Spatial - good with pictures, drawing, building, and puzzles, art smart
Bodily/Kinesthetic - athletic, great gross and fine motor skills, body smart
Musical - likes music, rhymes, playing instruments, and singing, music smart
Naturalist - loves animals, loves being outdoors, camping, nature smart
Logical/Mathematical - enjoys thinking and problem solving activities, puzzles, computers, math smart
Interpersonal - social butterfly, likes being around people and in social settings, people smart
Intrapersonal - content with working and playing alone, self smart
There are numerous MI tests online that you can administer to your children or take yourself to find out which way you learn best. Take this information and help your child to use it to study.
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