Multiple Intelligences

One of the most popular ideas in education is applied in ways that its creator never intended.

Proposed by Howard Gardner in 1983, the theory of multiple intelligences has revolutionized how we understand intelligence. Learn more about the research behind his theory.

With delivery of instruction, one size does not fit all. John McCarthy launches his differentiated instruction series by busting three common myths about DI.

Edutopia reports on the resurgent relevance of Howard Gardner's ground-breaking theory, which changed the game for students and teachers.

Here's a heretical notion: learning profiles can actually benefit students. Blogger John McCarthy shares his tips.

Edutopia revisits its 1997 interview with the Harvard University professor about multiple intelligences and new forms of assessment.

Students learn when ready, but not everyone reaches that point simultaneously. Discover resources to help meet the readiness needs of all your students.

Most teachers differentiate their instruction intuitively because not all students are the same. For those willing to commit to DI, the next step is intentional differentiation.

Some of the most compelling visionaries in the world -- from Sir Ken Robinson to Jane Goodall to Martin Scorsese -- are focusing their attention on how to improve education. Get inspired by their big ideas.

Make time for differentiated instruction with small learning teams, daily formative assessments, and managed activities that differentiated content, process, and products.

Give students a face for their audience and let them find the passion in their message through problem solving, advocacy, raising awareness, or publication.

Motivate reluctant readers by engaging them with the three critical elements of healthy child and youth development: connection, contribution, and competence.

Howard Gardner reflects on his once-radical theory.

One teacher discovers a powerful alternative to education narrowly focused on high-stakes testing.

Performance assessments go beyond traditional tests and serve as an important teaching tool.