Learning Log Sept. 22

What: In class we learned about different types of intelligences. Gardener's theory is very popular when it comes to lesson planning. There are nine different intelligences: interpersonal, intrapersonal, kinesthetic, naturalist, linguistic, logical-mathematical, spatial, musical.

Linguistic: writing, making arguments

Logical-Mathematical: solving math problems, doing proofs, testing hypotheses

Spatial: mental images, drawing

Musical: musical instrument, composting work

Kinesthetic: dancing, playing, performing

Interpersonal: reading others moods, work in groups

Intrapersonl: work alone, self knowledge

Naturalist: plants, applying knowledge to nature

So What: Gardener's theory of multiple intelligences is important because it describes ways that children learn well. Some one

Now what: We are taught to try to include all kinds of different intelligences in our learning strategy. For example, someone with musical intelligence may like to learn things through learning a song and someone with kinestheic intelligence would like to move while learning to enhance learning. Now it is my turn to make sure I try to include all these intelligences into my planning as a teacher.

Note: I am not sure I totally buy into all the intelligences Gardener talks about. I think some intelligences may just be strong interest--- so if someone is extremely interested in music then they will learn better if music is some how connected.