Multiple Intelligence and Technology

       On my last ICT session we had been talking and multiple intelligence and technology. We read the article by Ian J. McCoog “Integrated Instruction: Multiple Intelligences and Technology”.  This is a very interesting article in which McCoog implement multiple intelligence theory into technological context in learning process. 

As we all know, Howard Gardner introduced the new concept of intelligence in 1983. Gardner introduced the multiple intelligences into a list of nine: linguistic, logical-mathematical, spatial, musical, bodily-kinaesthetic, interpersonal, naturalistic, existential and intrapersonal. McCoog explained each intelligences and provided integration strategies and examples for implementing them into learning theory. 

       The technology has had a massive impact on our day to day life, work, business and education.  In my opinion, we are more motivated to learn when we are involved in activities in which we gain new talents. The technology used in the classroom such as iPods, iPhones, and laptops allow us to develop our skills and abilities.

      In an ICT session we had an activity which involved the use of modern technology and multiple intelligences. In a combination of two strategies, we had to present how heart is working in few different ways. My group had the public service announcement. To do this we had to create a short rail station notice by recording our voice on an iPod and then changing it using one of the softwares installed on the computer. This activity was very interesting and enjoyable. I have learned how the heart works and realised how technology makes our life easier.   

However, we can’t only relay on technology because as we all know they are only machines which can break, damage, freeze or refuse to work.