Howard Gardner is an
American psychologist and
educator who is best known
for his theory of multiple
intelligences (MI). His
theory, first introduced in
the early 1980 s, challenged
the traditional view of intelligence as a single,
unitary concept measured by IQ tests. Instead,
Gardner proposed that intelligence is a
multifaceted construct, and individuals possess
different types of intelligences, each of which can
be relatively independent of the others.Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences identifies
seven primary intelligences, and he later added an
eighth. Here are the eight types of intelligences
according to Gardner:1. **Linguistic Intelligence:** This type of
intelligence relates to language and involves the
ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.
Individuals with high linguistic intelligence excel in
activities such as writing, storytelling, and public
speaking.2. **Logical-Mathematical Intelligence:** Logical-
mathematical intelligence is characterized by strong
problem-solving and analytical skills. Individuals
with high logical-mathematical intelligence are
adept at working with numbers, logical reasoning,
and solving complex problems.3. **Spatial Intelligence:** Spatial intelligence
involves the ability to perceive and manipulate the
spatial world. People with high spatial intelligenceHoward Gardner, Multiple Intelligences