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What's Your Super Power? Multiple Intelligences

Updated: Jan 12, 2023


Multiple intelligence is a theory of psychology that suggests that there are several different types of intelligence, rather than just one general intelligence. These different types of intelligence include linguistic, logical-mathematical, spatial, musical, bodily-kinesthetic, interpersonal, intrapersonal, naturalistic intelligence and emotional intelligence. The theory of multiple intelligences was first proposed by Howard Gardner in his book "Frames of Mind: The Theory of Multiple Intelligences" in 1983. Linguistic intelligence refers to the ability to use language effectively, including the ability to read, write, and speak well. People with strong linguistic intelligence are often good at communicating, storytelling, and persuading others.

Logical-mathematical intelligence refers to the ability to think logically and solve mathematical problems. People with strong logical-mathematical intelligence are often good at analyzing data, solving puzzles, and understanding complex systems.

Spatial intelligence refers to the ability to perceive and manipulate visual and spatial information. People with strong spatial intelligence are often good at visualizing things, solving spatial problems, and navigating.

Musical intelligence refers to the ability to perceive and create music. People with strong musical intelligence are often good at playing musical instruments, singing, and composing music.

Bodily-kinesthetic intelligence refers to the ability to control one's body movements and to handle objects skillfully. People with strong bodily-kinesthetic intelligence are often good at sports, dancing, and other physical activities.

Interpersonal intelligence refers to the ability to understand and interact with other people. People with strong interpersonal intelligence are often good at understanding others' emotions, motivations, and perspectives. Intrapersonal intelligence refers to the ability to understand one's own feelings, motivations, and goals. People with strong intrapersonal intelligence are often good at self-reflection and self-awareness.


Naturalistic intelligence refers to the ability to understand and appreciate the natural world. People with strong naturalistic intelligence are often good at recognizing and classifying plants, animals, and other natural phenomena.


Emotional intelligence refers to the ability to recognize, understand, and manage one's own emotions, as well as the emotions of others. It includes the ability to perceive emotions, integrate them into thought, understand emotions, and regulate emotions to promote personal growth. People with strong emotional intelligence are often good at empathizing with others, managing stress, and building positive relationships.



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Armstrong, T. (1994). Multiple intelligences in the classroom. Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development.

Armstrong, T. (1999). The theory of multiple intelligences. Educational Leadership, 57(3), 30–35.


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