Multiple Intelligences Chapter 7: MI Theory and the Classroom Environment

Chapter seven introduced the activity center model for using MI in the classroom. This model is broken down into four quadrants that are split based on whether they are open ended or topic-specific and permanent and temporary. There were some really good ideas about ways that I can use MI in the classroom by setting up different stations and allowing students to either choose which station they wish to work in or place the students in the stations as I decide fits. The only problem that I have with this model is that I’m not sure that it will work out well for a high school chemistry class. Some of the stations did not sound like they would be applicable to the age group that I hope to teach. I guess I can always tweek the models so that they can fit the lessons I teach and the assessments I give out.