Multiple intelligence

Chapter 5 (p. 137-149)

(3) You have now read several views about intelligence. What do you think about intelligence?

Is it one trait or many? more heavily influenced by nature or nurture? a fixed capacity or a

modifiable ability? Articulate your views in a paragraph of 6-8 sentences.

I find the multiple intelligence theory very interesting. I think that each person has something they are specifically skilled in. While a person may have more than one multiple intelligence, one can not be good at everything. I think this theory is a little of both nurture and nature. I do believe that some people are inherently more capable in certain areas. Some brains are geared fore artistically  musically, or logically for example. But it does take nurturing to use those strengths to their ability.  I think this is a great thing to keep in mind as a teacher. It is important to remember to play up each students strengths. I will make sure to provide opportunities for students will all types of intelligence to thrive.