Howard Gardners View of Intelligence
Howard Gardener Intelligence
Howard Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences shows different abilities rather than the general intelligence factor.
Gardner made a list of the different types of intelligence including: linguistic, logical-mathematical, spatial, bodily-kinesthetic, musical, interpersonal, intrapersonal, and naturalistic.
Linguistic intelligence includes poets, authors, reporters, etc.
Logical-mathematical is as it sounds which can be mathematicians, computer scientists, engineers, accountants, book-keepers, etc.
Spatial consists of artists, dance teachers, architects, etc.
Bodily- Kinesthetic includes surgeons, dancers, basketball players, athletes, etc.
Musical includes musicians, composers, classical guitarists, etc.
Interpersonal includes teachers, counselors, care salespeople, etc.
Intrapersonal includes preachers, rabbis, theologians, etc.
Naturalistic includes farmers, landscapers, biologists, etc.
Connections To My Story
As someone who rarely scored perfect on standardized tests to measure how "smart" someone was this theory connects to me.
I was diagnosed with severe ADHD in the 11th grade. One thing that was evident before my diagnosis was that I was really good at music theory, singing, playing instruments, etc. I made perfect scores on all theory tests and music history tests. This theory shows how everyone is different and someone can still be considered smart even if it is not in societies standard for smart.
This was a picture of me senior year of high school. This was part of my senior pictures but this showcases what would be my main instrument for college in the music program at Memphis.
I am now a sophomore music education/ instrumental major and my main instrument is classical guitar.
Application In my Future Career
As a future music educator, it has become a big realization that not every student is perfect in every class.
Knowing this information makes it easier to encourage students. Not only encourage but also let them know that just because you are not perfect in one subject does not mean you are not smart.
Being considered intelligent is so much more than standardized tests. A person can be considered intelligent in all different careers.
I would always encourage my students and let them know that it is alright to not be the "best" in certain subjects. Not only this but to let them know to never give up on their dreams because it is possible with hard work.