The term intrapersonal intelligence may be most connected with Howard Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences. Gardner is an American psychologist whose 1983 book Frames of Mind: The Theory of Multiple Intelligences has shaped the way some educators view learning patterns of children. Though Gardner’s theories do not have universal acceptance, many educators and social scientists use or are drawn to the idea that people may have different types of intelligence, and may be particularly strong in certain types, while weak in others. Interpersonal intelligence is one of Gardner’s terms for people who seem extremely good at facilitating relationships. These may be extroverted folks who love social environments, and in school and work they may prefer collaborative working and learning strategies. In contrast, intrapersonal intelligence describes those people who are highly self-aware. They actually may be poor at interpersonal intelligence, though this is not always the case. The person with intrapersonal intelligence can be introverted, prefers to work alone, and has clear knowledge of what he or she needs in most settings. This knowledge is based on a very keen understanding of self. Such people may be excellent at self-reflection and possess clear goals for the future. They also may be highly motivated people because of what appears to be an innate understanding of what they need.
Posted on: Tue, 02 Jul 2013 08:23:17 +0000
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