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Expanding Beyond Gardner: Other Dimensions of Intelligence

Howard Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences revolutionized our understanding of human intellect, but it isn't the only model exploring the diverse ways people think and learn. Several other types of…

tesol May 11, 2024

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A Spectrum of Strengths: How Multiple Intelligences Empower ESL Teachers

The Theory of Multiple Intelligences, pioneered by Howard Gardner, posits that human intelligence is not singular but multifaceted. This framework offers a lens for understanding not just student learning styles…

Shelly Sanchez Terrell May 18, 2017

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Teaching Multiple Intelligences: An Approach for TESOL Teachers

In any TESOL classroom, students bring a range of learning styles, strengths, and preferences. The theory of Multiple Intelligences, proposed by Dr. Howard Gardner, suggests that intelligence goes beyond traditional…

Shelly Sanchez Terrell January 29, 2016