Therefore, we all have a different combination of abilities, or a unique pattern of strengths and weaknesses. It's impossible to place everyone on a single line for comparison. Gardner's theory implies that comparison among and competition between people is meaningless. Applying the theory within a classroom context means that teachers are free to promote artistic expression, interpersonal communication, and body movement abilities in addition to the standard reading, writing, and arithmetic. Programs that incorporate multiple intelligence theory focus on creating opportunities for students to explore the range of intellectual abilities, opportunities to develop talents in areas of intellectual strengths and to use strengths by addressing them directly in the curriculum.
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