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Dorfman, Shari; Rosenberg, Ruth – Social Studies and the Young Learner, 2013
One way to engage all students and ensure that they feel valued within a classroom is to provide opportunities for learning that tap into varied intelligences. According to Howard Gardner, "It is of the utmost importance that we recognize and nurture all of the varied human intelligences, and all of the combinations of intelligences."…
Descriptors: Multiple Intelligences, Classroom Techniques, Educational Strategies, Class Activities
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Berk, Ronald A.; Trieber, Rosalind H. – Journal on Excellence in College Teaching, 2009
Improvisational techniques derived from the experiences in improvisational theatre can be adapted for the college classroom to leverage the characteristics of the Net Generation, their multiple intelligences and learning styles, and the variety of collaborative learning activities already in place in a learner-centered environment. When…
Descriptors: Multiple Intelligences, Creative Activities, Teaching Methods, Imagination
Glandon, Shan – 2000
Teachers can take advantage of the appeal and power of Caldecott Award literature to extend and promote learning across the curriculum. This book demonstrates how to use award-winning books as springboards to language arts learning in the library and classroom, and the expansion of student awareness and appreciation of illustration techniques. For…
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Class Activities, Classroom Techniques, Elementary Education
Kalish, Ginny – 2001
This book, indicated for grades 2-6 (ages 7-12), aims to assist teachers in helping their students learn about good and bad choices, causes and consequences, and empathy and compassion through a unique and realistic story. In the book's story, Jason's plots to get Rachel kicked out of school keeps getting turned against him until, in an art…
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Classroom Techniques, Elementary Education, Family Problems
Schaller, Kristi A.; Callison, Marybeth G. – 1996
This paper discusses the theory of multiple intelligences (H. Gardner, 1983) as it applies to the basic public speaking course. According to the paper, the multiple intelligences theory (MI) suggests that intelligence should not be viewed as a single dimension, but rather as a composite of several aptitudes and talents. The paper states that…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Higher Education, Intelligence Differences, Introductory Courses
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Perkins, David – Educational Leadership, 1999
Although most constructivist classrooms feature active, social, and creative learning, different kinds of knowledge (inert, ritual, conceptually difficult, and foreign) invite varied constructivist responses, not one standard approach. Constructivism is pragmatic and should be viewed as a toolbox for problems of learning; teachers should use…
Descriptors: Active Learning, Classroom Techniques, Constructivism (Learning), Cooperative Learning
Wilson, Leslie Owen – 1994
The purpose of the guide is to address changes in American schools, focusing on holistic learning, multiple intelligences learning theory, and the importance of aesthetic experiences in children's education. It strives to empower professional teachers with knowledge about new learning theories with concrete activities to put that knowledge into…
Descriptors: Academic Ability, Activity Units, Class Activities, Classroom Environment
Gens, Patricia; Provance, Jane; VanDuyne, Kathleen; Zimmerman, Kimberlee – 1998
A program was developed for improving primary level student intelligences in order to improve reading comprehension, prediction skills, and the ability to apply targeted reading strategies. The targeted population consisted of first and second grade students in a middle class community located in the far southern Chicago metropolitan area. The…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Curriculum Development, Grade 1, Grade 2
Routier, Wanda J. – 2003
This paper provides information about the beginnings of literacy in young children and the skills they need for reading readiness. The paper also describes what is meant by a "quality early literacy instruction" and reading skill development in early childhood settings. It outlines early reading behaviors, including phonemic awareness,…
Descriptors: Beginning Reading, Classroom Techniques, Early Childhood Education, Instructional Effectiveness
Chapman, Carolyn; Freeman, Lynn – 1996
Based upon Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences, this book guides elementary school teachers through the process of using classroom learning centers and projects by providing choices for students. The guide is divided into two sections, providing the theoretical background and information on how to develop multiple intelligences learning…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Classroom Environment, Classroom Techniques, Cognitive Style
Berman, Sally – 1995
Translating William Glasser's quality school ideas and Howard Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences into simple language and practical ideas, this book contains 21 activities or strategies designed to help students in developing and organizing some new learning behaviors. The book is divided into three parts. Part 1, entitled "Paving the…
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Behavior Theories, Children, Classroom Environment
Kallenbach, Silja; Viens, Julie – 2002
The Adult Multiple Intelligences (AMI) Study investigated how multiple intelligences (MI) theory can support instruction and assessment in adult literacy education across different adult learning contexts. Two interwoven qualitative research projects focused on applying MI theory in practice. One involved 10 teacher-conducted and AMI…
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Literacy, Classroom Techniques, Educational Research
Chapman, Carolyn – 1993
This guide provides a rationale and approach for translating Howard Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences into classroom practice. Chapter 1 explains Gardner's theory and gives the definitions of the seven intelligences he identifies: verbal/linguistic, musical/rhythmic, logical/mathematical, visual/spatial, bodily/kinesthetic, intrapersonal,…
Descriptors: Alternative Assessment, Class Activities, Classroom Environment, Classroom Techniques
Lazear, David – 1991
This guide provides a rationale and approach for translating Howard Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences into classroom practice. The introduction explains Gardner's theory, gives the definitions of the seven intelligences he identifies--verbal/linguistic, logical/mathematical, visual/spatial, body/kinesthetic, musical/rhythmic,…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Classroom Environment, Classroom Techniques, Cognitive Style
Fogarty, Robin, Ed.; Bellanca, James, Ed. – 1995
Divided into five concise sections, this book introduces and examines the personage of Howard Gardner and his theory of multiple intelligences. The articles explore practical applications and implications of the theory and provide supporting evidence applicable to all children. Special applications of the multiple intelligences theory, including…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Classroom Environment, Classroom Techniques, Cognitive Style
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