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Multiple Intelligences for Differentiated Learning
- R. Bruce Williams - Educational Consultant, Texas
Series:
In A Nutshell Series
In A Nutshell Series
May 2007 | 104 pages | Corwin
There is an intricate literacy to Gardner's multiple intelligences theory that unlocks key entry points for differentiated learning. Using a well-articulated framework, rich with graphic representations, Williams provides a comprehensive discussion of multiple intelligences. He moves the teacher and students from curiosity, to confidence, to competence in understanding and using the multiple intelligences theory in the most practical ways in curriculum, instruction and assessment.
Introduction
Part One: Introducing Multiple Intelligences (Getting Acquainted with the Theory)
The Beginning: Founder and Theory
Gardner's Criteria for Distinguishing an Intelligence
Proponents for Application of the Theory
Implications for Differentiation
Part Two: Multiple Entries to Differentiation
Brain Theory
Curriculum/Standards--Any Subject
Instruction--Calling for Attention--Curiosity
Assessing Active Engagement
Conclusion
Part Three: Multiple Connections for Differentiation
Constructivist Theory
Curriculum/Standards--Focus On Concepts
Instruction--Memory, Confidence
Assessing Conceptual Grasp
Part Four: Multiple Representations in Differentiation
Transfer Theory
Curriculum/Standards--Focus on Details
Instruction--Depth Understanding--Competence
Assessing Performance and Application
Conclusion
Bibliography