Miguel is able to think clearly about himself and has a clear understanding of his own goals and ambitions. He understands how h
uman personality works and the psychology behind human behavior. According to Garndner’s types of intelligence, which of the following type of intelligence is Miguel exhibiting? mathematical intelligence
spatial intelligence
intrapersonal intelligence
verbal intelligence
According to Gardner's multiple intelligences theory, Miguel is exhibiting intrapersonal intelligence. This type of intelligence, according to the author, is the ability to look inside and understand oneself. The nature of this type of intelligence is introspective, people can recognize their feelings, motivations and goals as well as weaknesses or flaws. They try to understand the nature of their actions and behavior. Miguel is exhibiting all of these abilities, therefore, he has intrapersonal intelligence.
Gardner's classifies intelligence in 7 different types:
Visual spatial: These people are good at visualizing things and moving in space, they are good with maps and visual representations of the information.
Linguistic: These people are good at transmitting their ideas in a verbal way, they are good with words, making arguments and debating.
Logical mathematical: These people are good with mathematical thinking and reasoning. Logically analyzing patterns and problems.
Kinesthetic: They are good with their bodies, transmitting information and emotions through it by dancing and sports.
Musical intelligence: Good at music patterns, rhythms and sounds.
Interpersonal: They are good at understanding other people and relating to them, they understand other's people motivations.
Intrapersonal: Good at understanding themselves, their actions and their emotions and motivations.
In the example, <u>Miguel thinks clearly about himself and his own goals</u>. He understands how human personality works and psychology behind human behaviour, <u>this has to do with the mind and oneself, therefore it refers to intrapersonal intelligence. </u>
