The effects of the multiple intelligences theory on teaching methods are fairly self-evident, at least insofar as pointing out the necessity of changing from traditional models of education. If every student had varying abilities, and specifically varying strengths and weaknesses in different areas of learning and cognition, then the development of a comprehensive and unified educational theory was a fool's errand. instead, methods had to be developed that would purposefully appeal to and encourage learners of many different intelligences. This does not mean catering only to each student's particular strength's and weaknesses, but rather ensuring that all types of intelligence are encouraged and given the chance to refine themselves and grow more effective.
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Everyone, of course, possesses some degree of these intelligences, but it is the differences among each intelligence profile that makes an understanding of these intelligences and ways of understanding how they operate so essential. Developing an accurate intelligence profile might without a direct test might be somewhat difficult (especially in younger students), but a general approach of awareness and encouragement in each area of intelligence is a large step forward in effective education. This chapter clearly outlines the importance of understanding multiple intelligences and their fundamentals.
