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In 1979, a team of researchers received a sizeable grant from the Bernard Van Leer Foundation to carry out scholarly work on the nature of human potential and how it could be best catalyzed. The theory of multiple intelligences was developed in 1983 by Dr. Howard Gardner, professor of education at H...

In 1979, a team of researchers received a sizeable grant from the Bernard Van Leer Foundation to carry out scholarly work on the nature of human potential and how it could be best catalyzed. The theory of multiple intelligences was developed in 1983 by Dr. Howard Gardner, professor of education at Harvard University. It suggests that the traditional notion of intelligence, based on I.Q. testing, is far too limited. Instead, Popularized in his book "Frames of mind: The theory of MI. He formulated a list of nine (9) intelligences to account for a broader range of human potential. DEFINITION Multiple Intelligences Is a concept that states that there are different types of intelligences ascribed to human beings. It is viewed as the capacity to solve problems. TYPES OF INTELLIGENCES LINGUISTIC (word smart') Does well in spoken or written words, high verbal- linguistic intelligence, good at reading, writing, telling stories and memorizing words along with dates. Learn best by reading, taking notes, listening to lectures, and discussing and debating about what they have learned. Logical-mathematical (number/reasoning smart) this area deals with: Logic, abstractions, reasoning, and numbers. Usually excel in mathematics, chess, computer programming and other logical or numerical activities. Recognizes abstract patterns, scientific thinking, and investigation. Visual-Spatial (picture smart') This area deals with spatial judgment and the ability to visualize with the mind's eye. Career path: artists, designer, also good with puzzles. Bodily-Kinesthetic ('body smart') Musical intelligence (music smart) Interpersonal intelligence (people smart) Intrapersonal intelligence (self-smart, self-reflection) Naturalist intelligence (nature smart') Existential (critical thinking') TARGETs – Teachers, Students, Administrators IMPORTANCE MI has been a revolutionary phenomenon in school systems. All intelligences are needed to productively function in a global society: Teachers become empowered with new knowledge, skills, strategies, and experiences. Students learning improve greatly School average improve significantly School image improve. Implications TEACHERS Stimulates teachers to find different ways of helping students to learn, Help students direct their own learning. Need to think of all intelligences when planning, Should recognize and teach to a broader range of talents and skills. IMPLICATIONS ADMINISTRATORS Supervision (management of the process) Resources (internal & external) Evaluation (example Data collection, authentic assessment) Decision-Making to be informed by data. Professional development for staff on MI Individualized (personal development plans) Group (collegiality) Sensitize stakeholders (Ministry of Health/In-service Education Unit) Budget EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE (EQ) Emotional Intelligence - EQ - is a relatively recent behavioral model, rising to prominence with Daniel Goleman's 1995 Book called 'Emotional Intelligence'. The early Emotional Intelligence theory was originally developed during the 1970s and 80s by the writing of psychologist Howard Gardner (Harvard), Peter Salovey (Yale) and John 'Jack' Mayer (New Hampshire). Emotional Intelligence is increasingly relevant to understand and assess peoples': Behaviors Management styles Attitudes Interpersonal skills Potential Emotional Intelligence is an important consideration in: Human resource planning Job profiling Recruitment interviewing and selection Management development Customer relations Customer service Emotional Intelligence links strongly with concepts of love and spirituality: bringing compassion and humanity to work, and also to Multiple Intelligence' theory which illustrates and measures the range of capabilities people possess, and the fact that everybody has a value. Emotional intelligence may be an RN's most valuable asset. Nurses have a variety of roles, and their daily activities may vary widely, but an RN's primary goal is to provide high-quality care. Empathy is a main ingredient. In nursing, empathy plays an important role in establishing patient trust Nurses who lead with emotional intelligence demonstrate a sensitivity to their own and other people's psychological health and well-being They display strong self-awareness, interpersonal skills, adaptability and are empathetic Emotional intelligence enables us to appreciate and develop these vital connections between self, others, purpose, meaning, existence, life, and the world as a whole, and to help others do the same. The EQ concept argues that IQ, or conventional intelligence, is too narrow; that there are wider areas of Emotional Intelligence that dictate and enable how successful we are. People with strong EQ have less emotional 'baggage', and conversely people with low EQ tend to have personal unresolved issues which either act as triggers or are constant in the personality make-up. Success requires more than IQ (Intelligence Quotient), which has tended to be the traditional measure of intelligence, ignoring essential behavioral and character elements. We have all met people who are academically brilliant and yet are socially and inter-personally inept. Despite possessing a high IQ rating, success does not automatically follow. EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE: TWO ASPECTS This is the essential premise of EQ: to be successful requires the effective awareness, control, and management of one's own emotions, and those of other people. EQ embraces two aspects of intelligence: Understanding yourself your goals, intentions, responses, and behavior Understanding others and their feelings. Goleman identified the five 'domains' of EQ as: Emotional Intelligence: The Five Domains -Knowing your emotions: Self-awareness -Managing your own emotions: Self-regulation -Motivating yourself -Recognizing and understanding other people's emotions: Empathy -Managing relationships, i.e. managing the emotions of others: Social skills The process of and outcomes of Emotional Intelligence development contains many elements known to reduce stress for individuals and organization by: Decreasing conflicts Improving relationships and understanding Increasing stability Emotional Intelligence: The Domains Continuity and harmony Increasing output Promoting staff retention Guidelines for promoting EQ in the Workplace: Paving the way Assess the organization's needs Assessing the individual Guidelines Cont'd Delivering assessments with care Encourage participation Maximizing learning choice Linking goals and personal values Adjusting individual expectations Assessing readiness and motivation for EQ development Guidelines Doing the work of change: Foster relationships between EQ trainers and learners Self-directed change and learning Setting goals Breaking goals down into achievable steps Providing opportunities for practice Give timely feedback Use experiential methods Build support Use models and examples Encourage insight and self-awareness Evaluate the change - did it work? Evaluate individuals Evaluate organizational change Relationship Management Dimension Adeptness at including desirable responses in others Inspiration Influence Developing others Change catalyst Conflict management Teamwork and Collaboration You; Measure, Assess, Plan, Develop, Awareness Holding onto anger is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to die. Buddha ANGER IS ONE LETTER SHORT OF DANGER Follow the three "R's" Respect for self Respect for others Responsibilities for your all actions Reflections Success is not final Failure is not fatal It is the courage to continue that makes the difference. Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind. An Amygdala Hijack!! You know that you've been hijacked when. Emotions overwhelm your thinking and actions You are thinking and acting against your own will! You are unable to accurately read others' emotions You can't find the right words.... (stumbling, stuttering when you try to speak) You are unable to focus your thinking or actions Your "fight or fight" responses kicks in... heart races, blood pressure increases, sweating profusely, uneasy feeling in the "gut," clenched jaw, twitching, tapping foot, cold extremities as the brain rushes blood to muscles needed for fighting or fleeing...... Fundamental attribution error - we tend to view others' behaviors as due to their disposition rather than their environment. El and Leadership Encourages people to work interdependently to achieve a shared goal. Co-creates a climate in which people respect each other, believe in their own self-worth, and value authenticity. Co-creates mechanism so that meaningful and whole-hearted anticipation can happen. Exercises his or her personal power ensuring that the best decisions are made yet refusing to be treated as or to regard him/herself as a heroic leader. The emotionally Intelligent leader.... Commits to co-creating an organization in which individuals can be and do their best to achieve shared goals. Encourages people to create and articulate a shared vision and mission that is inspiring. Shares authority and accountability with others. Seven Simple & Powerful Tips Take time every day to appreciate what is right in the world/your life Increase your emotional word vocabulary. Be your own best friend Listen with your heart Talk back to yourself. Tune in to your body Smile more!