Intelligence Types Test
- 1. Intelligence Types Test Presentation by Ilona Jerabek, PhD 1
- 2. Workshop Plan Introduction Intelligence Types Test Theoretical background Overview of the factors covered by the assessment Managing people according to their dominant intelligence type Work assignment based on one’s strengths Communicating information based on intelligence type Coaching others to understand and make the most of their learning and information processing style Validation of the Intelligence Types Test Summary of results from studies Tidbits and insights Integrating results from the Career Motivation Test and the Intelligence Types Test Question period 2
- 3. Introduction The theory of multiple intelligences is based on work by Howard Earl Gardner (Harvard University) It was introduced in 1983 in Frames of Mind: The Theory of Multiple Intelligences Traditional types of intelligence, such as fluid and crystallized IQ, the g-factor, logic IQ, etc. fail to fully explain cognitive ability. Traditional definitions of intelligence are lacking in ability to fully explain performance outcomes. The theory explores various forms or expressions of intelligence available to cognition Each individual manifests varying levels of different intelligences. 3
- 4. Criteria for inclusion Criteria for inclusion of an intelligence type are the potential for brain isolation by brain damage, its place in evolutionary history, the presence of core operations, susceptibility to encoding (symbolic expression), a distinct developmental progression, the existence of idiot-savants, prodigies and other exceptional people, support from experimental psychology and psychometric findings. 4
- 5. The 8 + 1 Intelligence Types Spatial Linguistic Logical-mathematical Bodily-Kinesthetic Musical Interpersonal Intrapersonal Naturalistic (Existential ) 5
- 6. Overview of the factors covered by the assessment 6
- 7. Bodily-Kinesthetic Body smart Key elements: Control of one's bodily motions and balance Capacity to handle objects skillfully Sense of timing of movements Sense of a goal of a physical action Turning physical responses to reflexes (muscle memory) 7
- 8. Bodily-Kinesthetic Usually good at Learning/coaching tips Athletics They process knowledge Performing arts (dancers, through bodily sensations. They learn best by doing actors, musicians) something physically, acting it Crafts out, or physically interacting Trades with others. New knowledge should be Manual labor & tools linked with real life examples. Protective services (police, Move around. Pace and recite firefighters, soldiers) when learning. Medical services (surgeons, Teach material to someone doctors, lab workers) else 8
- 9. Logical-mathematical Logic smart Key elements: The ability to use logical reasoning to solve a problem Involves number and computing skills; Ability to perform complex calculations Ability to work with abstract patterns Scientific thinking and investigation 9
- 10. Logical-Mathematical Usually good at Learning/coaching tips Math, arithmetic, solving mysteries and Make charts and graphs of new logic problems information Proposing and testing hypotheses Classify and categorize notes Finding patterns, categories, logical Use flowcharts and diagrams relationships – figuring our “algorithms” Using abstract, symbolic thought Use rational, logical arguments when Sequential reasoning trying to persuade them Inductive and deductive thinking Use if-then scenarios Solving complex problems Write short summaries Strategy games Take time to think about new info, Keeping things in order considering cause-effect and other Figuring out how things work logical relationships IT-related stuff Science Detective work 10
- 11. Linguistic Word smart Key elements: Highly developed capacity to use words effectively, in writing or in speech Ability to persuade, remember information, and explain concepts Facility with words and languages Good verbal memory 11
- 12. Linguistic Usually good at Learning/coaching tips Writing & reading – have a way Take detailed notes with words Keep learning journal and Story-telling elaborate on your thoughts about Debating and arguing learned material Explaining things Create flash cards to memorize Vocabulary (enjoy learning new material Rewrite notes words) Public speaking, journalism Create outlines Cross-word puzzles Talk about what you think about a Learning new languages problem or solution Recite or rephrase information you Often also interpersonal learners need to retain Be the note taker/editor in group project 12
- 13. Visual-Spatial Image smart Key elements: Highly developed capacity to perceive the visual world accurately Capacity to understand, imagine and represent visual- spatial world Ability to transform, manipulate and recreate mental images Good visual memory 13
- 14. Visual-Spatial Usually good at Learning/coaching tips Mazes & jigsaw puzzles Create mental maps of new concepts Geometry Create conceptual maps (mind maps) Noticing details in patterns and images Create charts and graphs to visualize Fine arts, drawing & doodling information Navigation and spatial orientation Create flowcharts, diagrams and Thinking in 3D timelines Draw pictures alongside with notes Mental imagery Color-code notes Hand-eye coordination Use flash cards Image manipulation Visualize goals Graphical skills Learn by watching an instructional Work requiring spatial orientation video (pilots, sailors, architects, truck driving) Make outlines when writing Drawbacks: Not great at retaining spoken words and ideas 14
- 15. Musical Sound smart Key elements: The ability to compose and perform musical patterns, and recognize pitches, tones, and rhythms Sensitive to and aware of sounds that other might miss Good auditory memory 15
- 16. Musical Usually good at Learning/coaching tips Ear for music - discerning rhythm, Listen to music when learning or pitch, timber, and tone working (instrumental music is Producing music - playing less distracting) instruments, vocalization, Create rhythmical rhymes or composing, conducting mnemonics to remember Musical memory – recognition, information creation, reproduction of music, Auditory learners – hearing and reflection on music something is remembered more Awareness of sounds others might than seeing it miss Beat out rhythms when learning Often good at logic & math Take breaks and listen to music Sensitive listening to others Learning accent in foreign languages 16
- 17. Intrapersonal Self smart Key elements: Ability to detect and discern among one's own feelings (self- knowledge) and the ability to use that knowledge for personal understanding Ability to construct an accurate perception of themselves and use such knowledge in planning and directing their life Introspective and self-reflective capacity; good intuition; often introverted 17
- 18. Intrapersonal Usually good at Learning/coaching tips Thinking and reflection Process information alone when Awareness of their feeling learning new things Self-motivation Brainstorm on your own first Complex ideas and problems Keep personal notes along with Critical analysis original material Related new material to personal Deconstructing arguments experiences Psychology, philosophy, theology Take time to reflect and ponder the complexity of issues Downside Don’t rush them into action; they need Rumination to process information and fully Getting lost in one’s thoughts understand before they get going Daydreaming Watch out for time management and Self-criticism and second-guessing project creep oneself 18
- 19. Interpersonal People smart Key elements: Capacity to understand and interact effectively with others Ability to discern the moods, temperaments, dispositions, motivations, and desires of other people and respond appropriately Effective communication and cooperation Highly developed empathy Often extraverted 19
- 20. Interpersonal Usually good at Learning/coaching tips Leadership Learn new things in groups (study Communication groups, project kickoff meetings). Brainstorming Problem-solve in groups Reading people (brainstorming, bouncing ideas off others) Social insight and empathy – Assign them to projects that reading social dynamics require significant team work Social skills Get them actively involved in “Mind-reading” brainstorming sessions Supporting others Appoint them to even planning Social sciences committees Teaching, training, coaching Don’t put them into positions Politics where they would feel isolated, Social work unless they also have high intrapersonal intelligence 20
- 21. Naturalistic Nature smart Key elements: Ability to discriminate among living things (plants, animals) Sensitivity to other features of the natural world (clouds, rock configurations) The ability to understand and classify the natural environment, particularly vegetation and animals Excellent observation skills Strong interest in nature 21
- 22. Naturalistic Usually good at Learning/coaching tips Categorizing things Learn outside whenever Understanding anything to do possible with nature Classify things into categories Being in tune with nature Relate abstract information to Have a way with animals something concrete in nature Environmental sciences Take breaks and go for a walk, Agriculture play with an animal or watch a Geology & mineralogy nature video Meteorology & astronomy Use nature as a reward when Zoology & oceanography you accomplish a goal Botany 22
- 23. Validation study Highlights and Tidbits 23
- 24. Sample description Sample size: 10,135 subjects Gender Women: 5463 subjects (54%) Men: 3595 subjects (35%) Unknown gender: 1077 subjects (11%) Age distribution: Below 17 (n = 2984) (29.0 %) 18-24 (n = 2933) (29.0 %) 25-29 (n = 1073) (11.0 %) 30-39 (n = 1191) (12.0 %) 40+ (n = 1091) (11.0 %) Unknown (n = 863) (8.0 %) 24
- 25. Reliability: Internal consistency Scales Number of Items Cronbach's Alpha Bodily-Kinesthetic 23 0.72 Logical-Mathematical 23 0.79 Linguistic 23 0.69 Visual-Spatial 23 0.72 Musical 22 0.78 Intrapersonal 23 0.7 Interpersonal 22 0.7 Naturalistic 22 0.64 25
- 26. Ranking of scales Scales Mean SD Linguistic 81 15 Intrapersonal 80 14 Visual-Spatial 77 17 Bodily-Kinesthetic 77 16 Interpersonal 75 17 Logical-Mathematical 74 19 Musical 73 23 Naturalistic 72 16 26
- 27. Gender differences Women scored higher on: Men scored higher on: Linguistic (+6) Logical- Visual-Spatial (+4) Mathematical (+11) Interpersonal (+3) Bodily-Kinesthetic Musical (+2) (+4) Intrapersonal (+2) Naturalistic (+2) 27
- 28. Interesting Tidbits When trying to come with ideas for a project, 23% indicated that inspiration strikes when they spend some quiet time alone reflecting on the project (Intrapersonal); 16% indicated that inspiration strikes when they systematically analyze and consider all alternatives (Logical); 17% indicated that inspiration strikes when reading material related to the project (Linguistic). 28
- 29. Interesting Tidbits When asked “Imagine you had to perform a new job for just one week. Which of the following positions could you most imagine yourself pulling off?” the top three jobs were Manager (40%), Philosopher/Psychologist (40%). Athlete/Dancer/Actor (30%), The least likely job was Meteorologist, at 14%. 29
- 30. Interesting Tidbits 84% indicated that the best way for them to learn something new is to try it on their own – this makes hands-on experience during the onboarding process essential! Top subjects in school: 46% chose Reading comprehension and writing 44% chose Math and/or Computer Science 39% chose Biology/Science Music came in last with 24%. 30
- 31. Interesting Tidbits Birds of a feather… Bodily-Kinesthetic intelligence was most closely correlated with Naturalistic intelligence. Logical-Mathematical, Linguistic, and Naturalistic intelligence were all closely correlated with Intrapersonal intelligence. Visual-Spatial intelligence was most closely correlated with Musical and Naturalistic intelligence. 31
- 32. Interesting Tidbits What do grades got to do with it? Those who attained average grades in school scored highest on Bodily-Kinesthetic intelligence. Those who did well in school scored highest on Logical-Mathematical, Linguistic, Visual-Spatial, Intrapersonal, Naturalistic, and Musical intelligence. And just to show that studying non-stop isn’t always ideal: those with top grades had one of the lowest scores on Interpersonal intelligence. 32
- 33. Intelligence Types as a Function of Grades 33
- 34. Logical-Mathematical as a Function of Grades 34
- 35. Linguistic as a Function of Grades 35
- 36. Visual-Spatial as a Function of Grades 36
- 37. Bodily-Kinesthetic as a Function of Grades 37
- 38. Intrapersonal as a Function of Grades 38
- 39. Interpersonal as a Function of Grades 39
- 40. Naturalistic as a Function of Grades 40
- 41. Intelligence Types as a Function of Position 41
- 42. Bodily-Kinesthetic as a Function of Position 42
- 43. Logical-Mathematical as a Function of Position 43
- 44. Linguistic as a Function of Position 44
- 45. Musical as a Function of Position 45
- 46. Intrapersonal as a Function of Position 46
- 47. Interpersonal as a Function of Position 47
- 48. Naturalistic as a Function of Position 48
- 49. Intelligence Types as a Function of Education 49
- 50. Logical-Mathematical Scale as a Function of Education 50
- 51. Linguistic Scale as a Function of Education 51
- 52. Intrapersonal Scale as a Function of Education 52
- 53. Interpersonal Scale as a Function of Education 53
- 54. Conclusion Assess intelligence types to learn How to communicate new ideas to a person (great for managers and other team members) What types of assignments the person would enjoy and be good at To understand how a person processes new information What to do to facilitate someone’s skill and knowledge acquisition 54
- 55. Ilona Jerabek, PhD 9001 blvd. de l’Acadie, Suite 802 Montreal, Qc H4N 3H5 ilona@psychtests.com Direct line: 514-745-3189, ext 112 Fax: 514-745-6242 http://archprofile.com http://www.psychtests.com 55