Multiple Intelligences Chapter 14: MI Theory and Existential Intelligence

A ninth, potential intelligence, was introduced in chapter fourteen. The existentialist intelligence incorporates the big ideas of life, such as “why are we here?” and “who are we?”. These topics are challenging because they may lead into religion or morals. These are touching subjects, especially religion which was banned with the separation of church and state. Science can be difficult to incorporate this intelligence within my lessons. The material in chemistry could lead to existential questions, but it could also lead to religious talks very quickly. I’m worried about bringing up touchy subjects and causing problems with my students and the subject that I teach.