Multiple Intelligences Within Agricultural Education

摘要

Developed by psychologist Howard Gardner, the theory of multiple intelligences asserts that there are at least eight ways that people have of perceiving and understanding the world. The labels identify a distinct "intelligence" or set of skills individuals utilize in problem solving situations. It is important to note that although most individuals tend to be stronger in one or more multiple intelligence categories, everyone has all eight intelligences. It is the difference and combinations that makes each and every student different, and why as educators, we must learn to teach to the student, not the class. Multiple intelligences can be an excellent way of embracing and fostering the diversity of our students.