What I learned in WEEK9

In WEEK 9, I submitted my final Plan report, and learned about learning styles and Multiple Intelligence Theory. I have learned that It is very important for teachers to know there are various learning styles in students since we need to facilitate the students to learn effectively. 

MI Theory

In 1983, Howard Gardner of Harvard University identified seven intelligences we all possess. Because our understanding of the brain and human behavior is constantly changing, the number of intelligences is expanding. Two to three new intelligences had been added recently. Gardner claims that we all have all the intelligences, but that no two people are exactly alike.

Gardner’s eight intelligences

Linguistic, Logical-mathematical, Bodily-kinesthetic, Interpersonal, Intrapersonal, Musical, Naturalist, Spatial.

Technology and MI

 

Technology can be used to facilitate learning in each intelligence area. There is no "correct way" to integrate intelligences or technology into the classroom. The critical point is to provide the most effective learning environment for students.