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A Multiple Intelligences Lesson in Action

In this observation, you will observe an elementary teacher using Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences in her instruction through the creation of learning centers based on the different intelligences.

1			How does planning around these eight intelligences enrich life in this classroom?
2			Can you suggest additional activities for each of these intelligences?

Including Students with Special Needs

In this observation, you will observe an elementary teacher demonstrating how he makes accommodations for his students with special needs. Teaching techniques, classroom organization, professional assistance and multiple instructional styles enable this instructor to reach ADHD, hearing impaired, PDD and other students with special needs.

3			How does this teacher's classroom organization and teaching strategies meet different student needs?
4			Identify at least one of his teaching skills that you might want to try in your own classroom.