Multiple intelligences, as popularized by Howard Gardner, truly awakened and inspired the learners that they possess abilities and talents exceptional from others. It also proves that multiple intelligences define one’s uniqueness from the other persons. It also shows that God created men with distinct traits and characteristics that vary.
In the field of education, multiple intelligences became very helpful for the teachers to discover, develop and recognize the respective intelligences that individuals possess. Multiple intelligences are being included in daily lessons, in discussion, in various school activities and competitions.
These multiple intelligences will discover the kind of abilities, talents, and skills, and the kind of a professional or workers may be someday. They will lead the learners to discover their strengths and prowess or expertise.
Visual-Spatial intelligence. This is a kind of intelligence that shows the ability in drawings, verbal and physical imagery. The child who is very much inclined with this intelligence can be an architect, painter, visual artists and among others.
Bodily-kinesthetic intelligence. This kind of intelligence makes use of body. The child may like to move, touch and make things. They communicate well using body language. The child who has dominant intelligence like this can be a future dancer or a surgeon.
Musical intelligence. The child who is musically inclined shows sensitivity to sound and rhythm. He/she loves music and also sensitive to the sounds of the environment. Singers, musicians and band members are examples of people in this category.
Interpersonal intelligence. This kind of intelligence may be in a person who is sociable and fond on interacting with people. He/she also has a lot of friends and has empathy for others. Politicians, priests, celebrities and reporters have interpersonal intelligences.
Intrapersonal intelligence. This kind of intelligence that may be found in a person who understands his/her own interests and goals well. He/she loves to contemplate and think profoundly. Writers, missionaries and religious workers have evident intrapersonal intelligences.
Linguistic intelligence. This shows the greatness of the child in using words effectively in communication. Hosts, teachers, politicians and call center agents are good in linguistics.
Logical-Mathematical intelligence. This may be applicable to the child who is good in reasoning and calculating. Obviously, mathematicians, bankers and engineers have this intelligence.
The teacher must help the child discover, cultivate and apply his/her intelligences. He/she should find the real meaning or the very essence of the multiple intelligences that God gave him/her.
Furthermore, he/she utilize all of these in order to be a prolific being in the field of education and in the world as well.
By: Maria Vilma G. Rabano | Teacher II | Adamson Elementary School | Samal, Bataan
