The theory of Multiple Intelligences was developed by Dr. Howard Gardner in 1983. Dr. Gardner suggested that there are eight different types of intelligence, which include Verbal-Linguistic, Logical-Mathematical, Intrapersonal, Interpersonal, Musical, Naturalist, Bodily-Kinesthetic, and Visual-Spatial intelligences.

People with a strong Verbal-Linguistic intelligence enjoy reading books, writing stories, and working with words and language. These people are "word smart".

Individuals who enjoy working with numbers and reasoning problems have a strong Logical-Mathematical intelligence. These people are "number/reasoning smart".

Dr. Gardner suggested that schools and culture focus most of their attention on linguistic and logical-mathematical intelligences. However, he said that we should also place equal attention on individuals with other types of intelligences: artists, architects, musicians, zookeepers, fashion designers, dancers, and others who make the world such a wonderful place to live (Armstrong, 2000).

As a teacher, I do my best to incorporate every type of intelligence in my teaching, so that all of my students can succeed! There are so many types of learners and everyone is smart in their own way! How are YOU smart?

Reference

Armstrong, T. (2000). Multiple intelligences. Retrieved August 5, 2007, from http://www.thomasarmstrong.com/multiple_intelligences.htm