Goals for MI Inspired Teaching

 

Howard Gardner describes four important ways that the Multiple Intelligences can be used to enhance instruction and education.

Goal 1: Personalize Instruction – this involves taking serious the differences in learning. The emphasis is on recognizing and activating MI strengths in the service of new learning

 

Goal 2: Teach with a Variety: Use several different intelligences to teach an important skill / concept or content.

 

Goal 3: Classroom & Community Connections: Build bridges between the home / community and classroom activities. This includes guiding students to valued community roles and careers matched with their MI strengths.

 

Goal 4: A philosophical discussion regarding the purpose of schooling: Answer the “Why?” question for students. “Why should I know this? Why should I be able to do this?” These answers will provide a larger and practical context for using the new knowledge or skill.

 

Learn more about lesson planning with MI here . . .