As educators, we are used to hearing about learning preferences and how to incorporate a wide array of styles into our classroom practice. In fact, you may have come into contact with Howard Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences at some point in your career. According to Gardner, there are 8 intelligences: Visual-Spatial, Linguistic-Verbal, Interpersonal, Intrapersonal, Logical-Mathematical, Musical, Bodily-Kinesthetic, and Naturalistic. While sometimes criticized for being too vague, Gardner’s ideas still play a role with many educators seeking to effectively engage all learners. This video will summarize the main proponents of Gardner’s MI Theory, as well as give practical advice on how to engage these types of learners in an online classroom.
Here is the link to a MI test you can use with your students (available on excel or pdf format):
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And here are some websites that go into Gardner’s theory and classroom application more in depth:
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Let us know in the comments how you cater to different learning styles in an online classroom!
