The
concept of multiple intelligences is luscious, a sensuous notion about
learning that focuses on the senses. Developed by Harvard’s Dr. Howard
Gardner, this concept addresses different learning styles. You can
maximize your learning potential by learning how you learn. It’s
important to go through all of the steps in the process because the
results may surprise you.
Photo by Kenn W. Kiser
Seven—Err, Eight Learning Styles
Initially, Hot Howard from Harvard presented seven intelligences but an eighth type has been added to the mix. Check out the learning styles to see which one suits your brain the best.
- Mathematical learners are logical by nature.
- Visual students learn best with images.
- Linguistic pertains to lovers of words.
- Kinesthetic learners are physical, learning by doing.
- Musical students remember what they hear.
- Interpersonal learners relate to others.
- Intrapersonal pertains to introspective types.
The original set of multiple intelligences has changed since its inception in 1991. The eighth learning style is the naturalist intelligence, pertaining to those who learn best in the great outdoors.
Learning Style Test
While you may nod your head with certainty when you look at the list, you should take the Learning Styles Test anyway. I know that your learning style seems obvious to you but you might be in for a surprise.
I took the test thinking that I would fall into
the interpersonal learning style without a doubt. My test scores said
otherwise, showing that I am primarily a musical learner. Now this
seemed off the mark to me considering that I don’t play an instrument
and to be brutally honest, I look much better than I sound.
Surprises and Self-Discovery
After looking back at my education, I slowly
realized that the sounds around me really stuck. I remember song lyrics
very easily; I used to make up funny songs and rhymes to recall facts
for exams. And even though I loved gazing at my gorgeous history
teacher in high school, it is his buttery voice that stays in the
forefront of my memory.
I would have never recognized my own skill as a
great listener. This very skill is what makes me such a wiz at
interacting with others. Other surprises may be in store for you as
well.
Multiple Multiple Intelligences
You may find that you are intelligent in a number
of different facets. Some people score equally well in two or three
realms, making it possible for you to be a mathematical, visual, and
naturalistic learner.
So take the test and tell Brainy Bridgette how you did. I do love surprises.
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