Howard Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligences, challenging the traditional, narrow view of intelligence as a single, fixed trait measured by IQ te
Transforming Teaching with Multiple Intelligences
Transforming Teaching with Multiple Intelligences by Positive Vibration Nepal Session Facilitator: Medin Bahadur Lamichhane Event: 5-Day Virtual Session on Multiple Intelligences Day 1: Linguistic and Logical-Mathematical Intelligence Date: August 21, 2025 Summary Day 1 provided a foundational overview of Howard Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligences, challenging the traditional, narrow view of intelligence as a single, fixed trait measured by IQ tests. The session emphasized that intelligence is a diverse set of abilities, with different intelligences operating independently. It concluded with a detailed exploration of two specific intelligences: Linguistic and Logical-Mathematical, providing practical strategies for teachers to identify and engage students with these strengths. Key Concepts and Discussion Points Challenging the Traditional View of Intelligence: The session opened with a reflective exercise highlighting the limitations of IQ-based assessments. The analogy of judgin…