The Multiple Intelligences.. Which Do You Have???
- Linguistic Intelligence (Word Smart):
Deals with abilities in the complex acquisition, formation and processing of language. Thinking symbolically and reasoning abstractly fall under this category, as does the ability to create conceptual verbal patterns. Reading, writing, the development of symbolic writing and language skills–anagrams, palindromes, metaphors, similes, puns, and analogies come under this heading. This intelligence correlates withIndividuals who began talking at an early age. Those who enjoy making sounds and rhyming patterns; and those who are prolific readers and have good memories for poetry, lyrics, tongue twisters, and verse may have a propensity in this area. These individuals love words, both spoken and written, and often think in words. They learn by verbalization, by seeing and hearing words and usually enjoy word games.
--Careers for Linguistic Intelligence--
attorney
comedian
communications specialist
curator
editor in publishing
historian
journalist
lawyer
librarian
marketing consultant
newscaster
poet
politician
songwriter
speech-pathologist
talk-show host
teacher
language translator
writer
- Logical-Mathematical Intelligence (Number Smart):
Deals with the ability to think logically; inductively, and to some degree deductively; categorically; to recognize patterns, both geometric and numerical; as well as the ability to see and work with abstract concepts. May be constant questioners when young; they may easily grasp games that involve sophisticated strategies–like chess; or they may devise experimental formats to test their ideas. Individuals with this intelligence may be fascinated with computers or with puzzles involving logic and reasoning abilities.
--Careers for Logical-Mathematical Intelligence--
accountant
auditor
computer analyst
computer technician
computer programmer
database designer
detective
economist
engineer
lawyer
mathematician
network analyst
pharmacist
physician
physicist
researcher
scientist
statistician
bookkeeper
- Musical intelligence (Music Smart):
Obviously deals with the ability to create or interpret music. May need music while they studying. These individuals are continually humming, singing, tapping out tunes rhythmically, or whistling. They have keen ears for distinguishing sounds and subtle nuances in music and in the sounds in their environments. May be excellent mimics and able discern differences in speech patterns or accents.
--Careers for Musical Intelligence--
audiologist
choir director
disc jockey
music conductor
music camp counselor
music comedy actor
music critic
music lawyer
music librarian
music publisher
music promotor
music retailer
music teacher
music therapist
musician
orchestra director
piano tuner
recording engineer
singer
songwriter
sound editor
speech pathologist
voice actor
voice instructor
- Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence (Body Smart):
Deals with the gift of physical movement, that of both the fine and/or the large muscle systems. They are the movers of the universe. May have trouble sitting still for an extended period of time. These individuals are adept at creating and interpreting gestures and are often attuned at communicating in, or reading others body language. They may even have a need to enter the personal space of others or to touch them while communicating. Learn best with a hands-on approach.
--Careers for Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence--
actor
athlete
carpenter
computer games designer
craftsperson
dancer
doctor of sports
firefighter
forest ranger
jeweler
mechanic
personal trainer
Phys Ed teacher
physical therapist
recreation specialist
surgeon
yoga instructor
- Spatial/Visual intelligence (Picture Smart):
Deals with the ability to perceive and think in images. They may be the first to notice things that have been changed or rearranged. Many are earlier drawers–delighted with shapes, lines and colors. These folks are attracted to jigsaw puzzles, mazes, find the hidden picture puzzles. They have an early sense of proportion and perspective. They are also good at reading and constructing maps and discerning objects as they might appear in three-dimensional space. They are often referred to as daydreamers–staring off into space.
--Careers for Spatial/Visual Intelligence--
3D modeling & simulation
architect
artist
computer programmer
engineer
film animator
graphic artist
interior decorator
photographer
mechanic
navigator
outdoor guide
pilot
sculptor
strategic planner
surveyor
truck driver
urban planner
webmaster
- Interpersonal intelligence (People Smart):
Deals with the ability to understand and communicate with others and to facilitate relationships and group processes. The phrase “they can work the room ” aptly describes their uncanny abilities to read people. Tend to be highly empathetic, and can arbitrate differences between people or groups. They can easily pick up on the vibrations, the feelings of others. Enjoy cooperative learning experiences and learn best in cooperative settings.
--Careers for Interpersonal Intelligence--
actor
administrator
communications manager
conflict resolution specialist
cruise director
customer service rep
dental hygienist
group mediator
human resources manager
marketing specialist
nurse
PeaceCorps
politician
psychologist
religious leader
salesperson
social director
social worker
teacher
trainer facilitator
travel counselor
waiter/waitress
- Intrapersonal intelligence (Self Smart):
Deals with the ability to be somewhat insulated from ones peers; to have a strong sense of self; to have leadership abilities in reference to making decisions that may not be popular with others. This strong sense of self creates a certain amount of immunity from peer pressure. These individuals may be what are described as “loners”. They may have gifts out the ordinary realm of human understanding–strong intuitive feelings, a sense of inner wisdom, or precognition. Need learning experiences where they can focus on their inner being and activities that allow them to work by themselves on material and projects of their own choosing.
--Careers for Intrapersonal Intelligence--
actor
artist
career counselor
consultant
criminologist
energy healer
futurist or trend predictor
intelligence officer
personal counselor
philosopher
program planner
entrepreneur
psychic
psychologist
researcher
small business
owner
spiritual counselor
theologian
therapist
writer
wellness counselor
- Naturalistic Intelligence (Nature Smart):
Deals with sensing patterns in and making connections to elements in nature. Using this same intelligence, individuals possessing enhanced levels of “nature smarts” may be very interested in human behaviors, or the behaviors, habits, or habitats of other species. They may have a strong affinity to the outside world or to specific animals, and these interests often begin at an early age. Those possessing naturalistic intelligence may enjoy subjects, shows, and stories that deal with animals or natural phenomena, or they may show unusual interest in subjects like biology, zoology, botany, geology, meteorology, paleontology, or astronomy.
--Careers for Naturalistic Intelligence--
air quality specialist
animal health technician
anthropologist
astronomer
botanist
biologist
dog trainer
environmental lawyer
farmer
forest ranger
gardener
geologist
landscaper
meteorologist
nature photographer
park naturalist
veterinarian assistant
water conservationist
wetlands ecologist
wilderness doctor
wilderness guide
wildlife illustrator
Sources:
http://infed.org/mobi/howard-gardner-multiple-intelligences-and-education/
http://bestcareermatch.com/career-chart
http://thesecondprinciple.com/optimal-learning/multiple-intelligence-indicators/
https://www.teachervision.com/multiple-intelligences/using-multiple-intelligences-theory-choosing-career
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