The more detailed diagram below expands the detail for the original
seven intelligences shown above, and also suggests ideas for applying the model
and underpinning theories, so as to optimise learning and training, design
accelerated learning methods, and to assess training and learning suitability
and effectiveness.
http://psychology.about.com/library/quiz/bl-mi-quiz.htm
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intelligence type
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description
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typical roles
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related tasks, activities or tests
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preferred learning style clues
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1
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Linguistic
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words
and language, written and spoken; retention, interpretation and explanation
of ideas and information via language, understands relationship between
communication and meaning
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writers,
lawyers, journalists, speakers, trainers, copy-writers, english teachers,
poets, editors, linguists, translators, PR consultants, media consultants, TV
and radio presenters, voice-over artistes
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write
a set of instructions; speak on a subject; edit a written piece or work;
write a speech; commentate on an event; apply positive or negative 'spin' to
a story
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words
and language
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2
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Logical-Mathematical
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logical
thinking, detecting patterns, scientific reasoning and deduction; analyse
problems, perform mathematical calculations, understands relationship between
cause and effect towards a tangible outcome or result
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scientists,
engineers, computer experts, accountants, statisticians, researchers,
analysts, traders, bankers bookmakers, insurance brokers, negotiators,
deal-makers, trouble-shooters, directors
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perform
a mental arithmetic calculation; create a process to measure something
difficult; analyse how a machine works; create a process; devise a strategy
to achieve an aim; assess the value of a business or a proposition
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numbers
and logic
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3
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Musical
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musical
ability, awareness, appreciation and use of sound; recognition of tonal and
rhythmic patterns, understands relationship between sound and feeling
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musicians,
singers, composers, DJ's, music producers, piano tuners, acoustic engineers,
entertainers, party-planners, environment and noise advisors, voice coaches
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perform
a musical piece; sing a song; review a musical work; coach someone to play a
musical instrument; specify mood music for telephone systems and receptions
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music,
sounds, rhythm
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4
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Bodily-Kinesthetic
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body
movement control, manual dexterity, physical agility and balance; eye and
body coordination
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dancers,
demonstrators, actors, athletes, divers, sports-people, soldiers,
fire-fighters, PTI's, performance artistes; ergonomists, osteopaths,
fishermen, drivers, crafts-people; gardeners, chefs, acupuncturists, healers,
adventurers
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juggle;
demonstrate a sports technique; flip a beer-mat; create a mime to explain
something; toss a pancake; fly a kite; coach workplace posture, assess
work-station ergonomics
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physical
experience and movement, touch and feel
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5
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Spatial-Visual
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visual
and spatial perception; interpretation and creation of visual images;
pictorial imagination and expression; understands relationship between images
and meanings, and between space and effect
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artists,
designers, cartoonists, story-boarders, architects, photographers, sculptors,
town-planners, visionaries, inventors, engineers, cosmetics and beauty
consultants
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design
a costume; interpret a painting; create a room layout; create a corporate
logo; design a building; pack a suitcase or the boot of a car
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pictures,
shapes, images, 3D space
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6
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Interpersonal
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perception
of other people's feelings; ability to relate to others; interpretation of
behaviour and communications; understands the relationships between people
and their situations, including other people
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therapists,
HR professionals, mediators, leaders, counsellors, politicians, eductors,
sales-people, clergy, psychologists, teachers, doctors, healers, organisers,
carers, advertising professionals, coaches and mentors; (there is clear
association between this type of intelligence and what is now termed 'Emotional Intelligence' or EQ)
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interpret
moods from facial expressions; demonstrate feelings through body language; affect the feelings of others in a planned way; coach or counsel
another person
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human
contact, communications, cooperation, teamwork
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7
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Intrapersonal
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self-awareness,
personal cognisance, personal objectivity, the capability to understand
oneself, one's relationship to others and the world, and one's own need for,
and reaction to change
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arguably
anyone (see note below) who is self-aware and involved in the process of
changing personal thoughts, beliefs and behaviour in relation to their situation,
other people, their purpose and aims - in this respect there is a similarity
to Maslow's Self-Actualisation level, and again there is clear association between this type of
intelligence and what is now termed 'Emotional
Intelligence' or EQ
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consider
and decide one's own aims and personal changes required to achieve them (not
necessarily reveal this to others); consider one's own 'Johari Window', and decide options for development; consider and decide one's own
position in relation to the Emotional Intelligence model
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self-reflection,
self-discovery
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