EDU302 Human Development and Learning Assignment No 01 Spring 2020 Solution & DiscussionHuman Development and Learning(EDU302) Assignment 1 (Spring 2020) Total Marks: 20 Lecture: 1-3Question 1 (4+6=10 Marks) Differentiate between growth and development. Describe three factors that affect human development.Question 2 (6+4= 10 Marks) What are the 8 intelligences of Gardner? How do multiple intelligences influence teaching and learning?Answer: Howard Gardner emphasized that there are Multiple Intelligences and people possess mix of intelligences. In 1983, Gardner introduced 8 intelligences. Let’s learn about 8 intelligences of Gardner1) Verbal Linguistic: People with high verbal linguistic intelligence are capable of learning by using language. Linguistic people learn through Lectures, Discussions, Word games, Storytelling, Journal writing etc. People of Linguistic intelligence are good at reading and writing Poems, storytelling and essay writing They keenly learn new vocabulary They are capable of learning new language2) Logical Mathematical: with this type of intelligence people are capable of learning by using logic and rational thinking. A person of Mathematical Intelligence has ability to use reasons and analysis in solving problems. People of Mathematical Intelligence learn through Brain teasers, Problem solving, Science experiments, Number games, mental calculation, Critical thinking, etc. Ability to Identification of numbers and patterns to develop answer to a question. Ability to Organization of numbers and patterns to develop answer to a question. Ability to learn addition, subtraction, and other math concepts.3) Spatial-Visual: Visual Intelligence is about how good & quick are people in learning through seeing and imagining. People of Spatial Visual Intelligence are good at performing tasks that involve hand and eye coordination. People of Spatial Visual Intelligence keenly learn through visual presentation, art activities, imagination games, mind-mapping, metaphor, visualization, etc.4) Bodily-Kinesthetic: People with Kinesthetic Intelligence are good at learning through movement and touch. They learn by doing or Hand-on-learning People with Kinesthetic Intelligence learn through Drama, Sports, Tactile Activities, Dance, Relaxation Exercises, etc. A person of Kinesthetic Intelligence is capable of skillfully moving and controlling his body. Dancers, Actors, Solders & Sports athletes are the examples of Kinesthetic Intelligent people5) Musical: People of Musical Intelligence learn through rhythm and music. Musical Intelligence also involves the theoretical side of music, such as composition. People of Musical Intelligence are capable to interpret sounds, rhythms and tones and pitches. People of Musical Intelligence are capable of recognizing musical notes or patterns. They can play an instrument.6) Interpersonal: Interpersonal people are good in learning social contact. People of Interpersonal intelligence are also called social butterflies. Interpersonal people learn through activities like cooperative learning, peer tutoring, community involvement, social gatherings, simulations, etc. They are proficient in making positive relationships with peers, using effective communication skills and comforting a friend when they’re feeling down.7) Intrapersonal: Intrapersonal Intelligence is about learning through reflection, on one’s own. A person of Intrapersonal Intelligence learns through: individualized instruction, independent study, options in course of study, self-esteem building, etc. They are capable of social-emotional skill of self-awareness, or developing an understanding of themselves and how others perceive them. They are proficient in creating a reflection journal and nurturing a strong sense of introspection.8) Naturalistic intelligence: Naturalistic intelligence is about a person’s understanding sensitivity to and appreciation for the natural world. Hunters and fisherman and botanists are the examples of Naturalistic intelligent people.
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