What? This week in class we discussed intelligence and students with special needs. Intelligence is such a hard thing to measure because everyone is so different and intelligent in their own way. IQ tests can have many flaws and Multiple Intelligence tests can be a good way to show strengths and weaknesses of your students but might also limit their abilities.
So What? Use the intelligence tests with a grain of salt and also teach your students that they can do anything that they put their mind to. As a teacher I think it is great to use this information for learning/teaching styles but also to set high but realistic goals for the students. It is important to know where your students stand academically but also to have consistent faith in them to do better.
Now what? Using the information we learn as teachers about intelligence and special needs as a guideline with our students but not as a rule. I believe knowledge can be empowering but also to let your students show you what they are capable of doing without any pre-judgment.
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Good job.
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