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Acta Medica Medianae
Vol. 49, No 2, June, 2010

UDK 61
ISSN 0365-4478(Printed version)
ISSN 1821-2794(Online)

 

Correspondence to: Nataša Bakić-Mirić
The University of Niš Medical School
Bul. Dr Zorana Đinđića 81 Niš
E-mail: natasabakicmiric@yahoo.com

 

 

 

 

 

Original article
UDC:614.253.4.001.6:811.111

 

 

MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCES THEORY – A MILESTONE INNOVATION IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING AT THE UNIVERSITY OF NIŠ MEDICAL SCHOOL 

 

 

Nataša Bakić-Mirić

 
The University of Niš Medical School

 

Theory of multiple intelligences is considered an innovation in both teaching and learning English language because it helps students develop all the eight intelligences that are grouped as verbal/linguistic, logical/mathematical, visual/spatial, bodily/kinesthetic, musical/rhythmic, interpersonal, intrapersonal and naturalist. The aforementioned intelligences are thought to represent ways in which individuals understand and perceive the world, solve problems and learn. Correspondingly, by focusing on the problem solving activities, teachers, by implementing theory of multiple intelligences encourage students not only to build-up their existing language knowledge but also learn new content and skills. The implementation of the theory of multiple intelligences in teaching the English language at the University of Niš Medical School has had a positive impact on learning English language and increased students' interest in language learning. Genarally speaking, this theory offers a better understanding of students’ intelligence and a greater appreciation of their strengths. It provides numerous opportunities for students to use and develop all the eight intelligences not just the few they excel in prior to enrolling a university or college. Acta Medica Medianae 2010;49(2):15-19.

Key words: multiple intelligences theory, English language teaching, students, teacher