Multiple Intelligences Ch. 11

Tyler Duran 9 Oct 2007
Ryan Michaud
Rebecca McIntire
Samantha Brissette
Multiple Intelligences Ch. 11



Abstract:
Chapter eleven in MI focused on the use of MI theory in special education, and how it can drastically change the ways teachers interact with their students. They suggested that learning disabilities can occur in all eight of the intelligences and not just the ones traditionally associated with disabilities (linguistic and logical). The chapter also stresses to not look only at the deficiency but at the strengths of the student in other intelligences to help them better understand the concepts that are weak. The chapter also mentions alternative ways around a problem, such as teaching an alternative symbol system or using alternative technology. It mentioned a machine that scans words and emits them in sounds for the student. The chapter also contains a list of successful and famous individuals who were deficient in one department or another. It concludes with listing the good things they think MI can do for special education.


Self-Relation:
I didn’t really know how to relate to this chapter to be honest; we haven’t really dealt with special needs. The emphasis on positive reinforcement of the strong intelligences in stead of forcing the student to do the things they are poor at was eye opening. Another important point was that under this system fewer students would be receiving referrals to special education. And yet another member really liked the idea of tailoring assignments so that students who were deficient in one intelligence could apply and learn using another intelligence.