How do I teach you? An examination of multiple intelligences and the impact on communication in the classroom. (July 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Abenti, Heather Freya
• Is Part Of: Language & communication. Volume 73(2020)
• Page Start: 29
• Page End: 33
• Publication Date: 2020-07
• Subjects: Communication -- Education -- Multiple intelligence theory; Communication -- Periodicals; Linguistics -- Periodicals; Communication -- Periodicals; Linguistics -- Periodicals; Communication -- Périodiques; Linguistique -- Périodiques; Communication; Linguistics; Periodicals; Electronic journals; 405
• DOI: 10.1016/j.langcom.2020.04.001
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0271-5309

Abstract

Abstract: Multiple intelligences theory explores the idea that people learn and process information in different ways based on a combination of different areas of intelligence. In the areas of communication and education, this becomes important as a means to understand the listening process and creating class environments that offer instruction in more than just the typical linguistic or logical-mathematical areas of intelligence. This paper will explore the literature on multiple intelligences as related to communication and instruction. The application of this theory will be discussed, presenting information the use of multiple intelligences in communicating in a class environment. Highlights: Multiple Intelligence Theory is largely ignored in the current middle, high, and higher education classrooms. Application of Multiple Intelligence Theory will help instructors at all levels better educate students across a wide variety of fields. Particularly in the communications classroom, Multiple Intelligence Theory becomes critical in gaining beyond the standard verbal education.