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Bonnema, Ted R. – Online Submission, 2009
This paper discusses brain-based learning and its relation to classroom instruction. A rapidly growing quantity of research currently exists regarding how the brain perceives, processes, and ultimately learns new information. In order to maximize their teaching efficacy, educators should have a basic understanding of key memory functions in the…
Descriptors: Educational Strategies, Learning Processes, Brain, Educational Research
Calvin-Campbell, Karole – 1998
This paper explores the similarities between Orff's Schulwerk, Montessori's philosophy, and Gardner's theory of Multiple Intelligences in an effort to explore how to best teach a child. In the late 19th century, specific learning theories began to emerge. Maria Montessori and Carl Orff each developed innovative teaching theories during the first…
Descriptors: Child Development, Classroom Techniques, Early Childhood Education, Educational Strategies
Hine, Connie – Early Childhood News, 1996
Details the characteristics of the seven multiple intelligences and promotes a systematic approach to teaching that strives to meet individual needs of children. Provides specific teaching tools and strategies, including active learning centers, to support the development of each intelligence area and expose children to varied ways of learning.…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Classroom Environment, Cognitive Style, Early Childhood Education
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Simmons, Seymour, III – Art Education, 2001
Describes two activities (domain projects and process portfolios), used in a middle school setting, exemplifying a multiple intelligence (MI) approach to art. Proposes a format for infusing MI into art instruction at all grade levels. (DAJ)
Descriptors: Activity Units, Art Education, Educational Benefits, Educational Strategies
Matthews, Dona J.; Keating, Daniel P. – Education Canada, 1999
Briefly reviews current understandings of learning that have direct implications for teaching practice, and includes references to other work that may be useful. Discusses five general topics: multiple domains of competence (multiple intelligences); socioemotional factors in cognitive processes; collaborative learning; pathways to competence; and…
Descriptors: Cognitive Style, Competence, Cooperative Learning, Educational Cooperation
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Coleman, Kathy; Peters, Pamela; Murray, Linda; Pawlicki, Lorraine; Wemple, Rosalie; Johnson, Sheila – 1997
This action research project evaluated a program for decreasing the gap in achievement levels among primary and secondary level students in the targeted schools. The subjects, from various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds ranging from lower to upper-middle class, were students in Chicago city and suburban public and Catholic schools. The…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Academic Aspiration, Cognitive Style, Cooperative Learning
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Maier, William – Montessori Life, 1997
Describes how putting the theory of multiple intelligences into practice in Montessori elementary schools could enhance students' self-knowledge, animate independent learning, and make learning communities more culturally inclusive. Suggests pluralizing the point of entry into a topic, building teaching teams to support diverse intellects, and…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Cognitive Processes, Cognitive Style, Cultural Awareness
Kallenbach, Silja; Viens, Julie – 2002
The Adult Multiple Intelligences Study was the first systematic effort related to multiple intelligences (MI) theory in adult literacy education. The study's findings regarding MI theory served as the foundation for a study of MI theory's implications for adult literacy practice, policy, and research. The study was conducted across 10 different…
Descriptors: Adoption (Ideas), Adult Basic Education, Adult Learning, Adult Literacy