In What Ways Am I Smart?

Multiple Intelligences

By the eyes…

By Body Language

The Multiple Intelligences• Linguistic intelligence “word smart”• Logical-Mathematical “number/reasoning smart”• Visual-Spatial intelligence “picture smart”• Bodily-Kinaesthetic intelligence “body smart”• Musical intelligence “music smart”• Intrapersonal intelligence “self smart”• Interpersonal intelligence “people smart”• Naturalist intelligence “nature smart”• Existentialist intelligence “existence smart

Linguistic Intelligence

The ability to use language to express ourselves and to understand other people.

• Examples: Poet, writer, lawyer, teacher

• Thinks in words (reading, writing, telling stories, playing word games, etc.)

Linguistic Cont’d

How can I use my Linguistic Intelligence in school?• Tell a story• Tell a joke• Write a poem, legend, play, or news article• Conduct an interview • Conduct research • Use / create acronyms

Logical-Mathematical Intelligence

The ability to use numbers and to reason well logically. • Examples: Mathematician, accountant,

computer programmer, scientist• Thinks by reasoning (experimenting,

questioning, solving logical puzzles, using science materials and manipulatives)

Logical-Mathematical Cont’d

How can I use my Logical-Mathematical Intelligence in school?• Memorize things in a logical order• Find fair and logical arguments in debates • Use graphs and charts for presentations • Translate a problem into a math formula• Design and conduct an experiment

Visual-Spatial Intelligence

The ability to interpret the world through images and pictures• Examples: hunter, scout, artist, architect,

inventor • Thinks in images and pictures: (designing,

drawing, doodling) • Learns best through art, videos and movies,

imagination games, mazes, illustrated books

Visual-Spatial Cont’d

How can I use my Visual-Spatial Intelligence in school?

• Create or interpret: A chart, map, or graphA slide show, video, or photo album / collage A piece of art or informative poster

Bodily-Kinaesthetic Intelligence

The ability to use our body to learn / express ideas and feelings; the ability to use our body to make or change things• Examples: Actor, athlete, sculptor, mechanic,

surgeon• Thinks through movement: dancing, running,

jumping, building / creating• Learns through role-play, drama, movement,

activities, sports, and hands-on learning

Bodily-Kinaesthetic Cont’dHow can I use my Bodily-Kinaesthetic Intelligence in school?• Move around the classroom often • Build or construct something• Create a sequence of movement to explain or

portray a concept / idea• Use hands-on materials • Plan and attend a field trip• Play sports

Musical Intelligence

The ability to think in music; to hear patterns and recognize, remember, and manipulate them• Examples: Singer, song-writer, composer,

music critic • Thinks through rhythms and melodies:

Singing, whistling, tapping feet.• Learns best when listening to or creating

music

Musical Cont’d

How can I use my Musical Intelligence in school?• Interpret the messages / themes in songs• Sing / rap a song that explains an idea• Create a presentation with music • Play instruments or sing at school• Field trips to concerts

Intrapersonal Intelligence

The ability to understand one’s own thoughts, feelings, and reactions to others. Introspective.Examples: • Philosopher• Poet• CounselorLearns through reflecting, setting goals, dreaming, being quiet, working at own pace, making choices

Intrapersonal Cont’d

How can I use my Intrapersonal Intelligence at school?• Work at own pace, make own decisions• Write a journal entry or reflection • Assess own work • Offer unique, thoughtful opinions and insights

during groupwork

Interpersonal Intelligence

The ability to understand thoughts, feelings, and motivations of other people; the ability to interact well with others. Examples:• Salesperson• Teacher• Social Worker• PoliticianLearns by talking with others, leading, organizing, socializing / partying

Interpersonal Cont’d

How can I use my Interpersonal Intelligence at school?• Pair / group work• Games• Organize social events (school dance, etc.)• Hold a meeting, discussion, or debate• Teach someone something• Participate in a service learning project• Give feedback to others on their work

Naturalist IntelligenceThe ability to connect with and respond to living beings (plants, animals), the natural world, and the environment. Examples:• Student• Hunter• Farmer• Botanist Thinks through interaction with nature and the environment: exploring the community, camping, organizing events

Naturalist Cont’d

How can I use my Naturalist Intelligence at school?• Organize / categorize information • Care for pets, wildlife, gardens, or parks• Participate in service learning• Draw or photograph natural objects or the

community

Existentialist Intelligence

The ability and proclivity to pose (and ponder) questions about life, death, and ultimate realities.A need to see the “Big Picture” in order to understand the smaller parts.

Holistic Learning

First Nations Holistic Lifelong Learning Model

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