Enhancing Multiple Intelligences through Technology

As we all know, Dr.Howard Gardner came up with the theory of Multiple Intelligences. Each individual has all the intelligences but one is more dominant than another. Teachers are trying to target these intelligences to make learning more effective through technology.

Following is the list of intelligences and examples of different technologies that can be used to target those intelligences:

Linguistic: Word games, electronic libraries, crossword games, language translators can help children enhance linguistic intelligence.

Web resources:
Word Central
Puzzlemaker
Cryptogram Creator
Interactive Puzzles
Logical-Mathematical: Strategy games, Math skill tutorials, logic games, problem solving games help in enhancing mathematical intelligence.

Web resources:
Kaboose
Fun Brain
Eduplace (Math and Science)
Mastermind
Visual/Spatial: Paint programs (Photopaint, Microsoft paint), Spreadsheet programs which allow children to see charts, maps or diagrams
Web resources:
Brain Pop (web-based movies)
National Gallery of Art for Kids
Brain Connection (optical illusions)
KidsDomain (crafts)

Musical: Program that helps learner to learn through music. Technology tools such as, sound and music files, audio CDs and DVDs, interactive tools with audio elements help in enhancing learning.
Web resources:
Music Smart": What Kids May Enjoy
Math & Music
Music LP & Resources
Music & Science
Bodily-Kinesthetic: Technology tools such as keyboard, mouse, joystick and other devices for movement helps in enhancing kinesthetic intelligence.
Web resources:
Game Central Station (Database of games)
PE Central
Fantasy Sports
Build it Yourself Toy Laboratory
Interpersonal: E-mail, Discussion Groups help teachers to interact with each other and share their views and ideas through internet.An example of a discussion group provider.www.googlegroups.com
Web resources:
ePals
Safe E-mail
Time for Kids
Quests (MayaQuests)
Intrapersonal: Developing multimedia portfolio (demonstrating individual work and progress), Individual Games etc help students to "think about their thinking" through writing, diagramming, or recording ideas.
Web resources:
What Makes You Who You Are
Values - Making Choices for Life
"Self Smart": What Kids May Enjoy
Brain Cogs
Naturalistic: Virtual Field Trips to National Parks, Landmarks and other areas of nature-related interest, Online Dissections etc help teachers to make students interact best with the environment.
Web resources:
"Nature Smart": What Kids May Enjoy
Ani's Rocket Ride
Younger Students
Info about animals & live web cams

There are lots of resources available on the internet. For more information about multiple intelligences and technology refer to
http://www.casacanada.com/multech.htm
http://lth3.k12.il.us/rhampton/mi/MI%20&%20Technology.htm#Naturalist