Howard Gardner

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The theory of multiple intelligences by Dr. Howard Gardener was developed in 1983. Howard, an American psychologist, describes his theory using nine types of intelligence which include; intra-personal, interpersonal, existential, bodily-kinaesthetic, musical, logical-mathematical, naturalist, spatial and linguistic (Zepeda & Mayer, 2017). This paper will summarise the theory of multiple intelligences and how the theory is useful to teachers when planning instructional lessons.
The theory of multiple intelligences tries to contradict the intelligence quotient (IQ) by suggesting that a person possesses at least eight different and independent intelligences. According to Gardner, he defines intelligence as a combination of both biological and psychological characteristics that helps a person when solving a problem or creating a product that can be useful to the society.
Gardener concludes that the IQ only tests the logical-mathematical and linguistic intelligence which schools and cultures mostly focus on. He emphasizes that more attention should be given to people who express their intelligence through talents such as the musicians, artists, designers, dancers, therapists, and entrepreneurs. The theory of multiple intelligences suggests that teachers should be trained in how to present their lessons using different methods by incorporating music, role plays, field trips, and multimedia channels.
Multiple intelligences are the different methods of demonstrating the intellectual ability of a person.

The teachers can use the multiple intelligence theory in designing the curriculum and instructions to meet the needs of many students. The theory of intelligence enables parents, students and teachers to know that there are different ways to learn and that people possess different kinds of intelligence. This theory improves the enthusiasm and confidence of students for learning and also changes the perception teachers have about the students’ learning capabilities. The multiple intelligence theory reveals the strengths and credits a variety of learning ways that a teacher can use on students with special needs (Armstrong, 2017).
In conclusion, the theory of multiple intelligences has changed the intellectual perception of many individuals. According to Gardener, a person possesses at least eight types of intelligence that can be combined to solve a problem or create a valuable product. When teachers use this theory while teaching, the needs of many students will be met during the teaching-learning process.
References
Armstrong, T. (2017). Multiple Intelligences in the Classroom, 4th Edition.
Zepeda, S. A., & Mayer. (2017). SUPERVISION ACROSS THE CONTENT AREAS. S.l.: ROUTLEDGE.