Multiple Intelligences: Chapter 5

Abstract:

This chapter focused on Multiple Intelligence theory and applying it to curriculum developement. The teacher should continually shift their method of presentation to work on combining intelligences. There are several toos such as brainstorming, logicstic puzzles, picture metaphors, body maps, mood msuic, peer sharing, journal keeping, and nature walks. There is a seven-step procedure that suggests one way to create MI lesson plans. The chapter also discusses how how MI theory "provides a context" for structrng thematic curricula.

Reflections:

We thought this chapter was pretty good and informational. We agreed with the chapter's statement about how teachers should continually shift their way of presenting information so they can connect to all the different intelligences that are present in the classroom. We thought the seven-step process to guide making MI lesson plans. We also thought the idea of using themes to "weave" subjects together and provide students with opportunities ot apply their multiple intelligences was helpful and interesting.