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multiple intelligence strategies

FOR TEST PREPARATION

Describe an upcoming exam (date, course, exam type): .
In the right-hand column, record specific ideas for how MI strategies can help you prepare for it.

USE MI STRATEGIES TO IMPROVE IDENTIFY MI TEST-PREP STRATEGIES
INTELLIGENCE TEST PREPARATION THAT CAN HELP YOU PREPARE
Verbal-Linguistic ■ Write test questions your instructor might ask.
Answer the questions and then try rewriting them
in a different format (essay, true/false, and so on).
■ Underline important words in review or practice
questions.
Logical-Mathematical ■ Logically connect what you are studying with what
you know. Consider similarities, differences, and
cause-and-effect relationships.
■ Draw charts that show relationships and analyze
trends.

Bodily-Kinesthetic ■ Use text highlighting to take a hands-on approach
to studying.
■ Create a sculpture, model, or skit to depict a tough
concept that will be on the test.

Visual-Spatial ■ Make charts, diagrams, or think links illustrating
concepts.
■ Make drawings related to possible test topics.

Interpersonal ■ Form a study group to prepare for your test.
■ In your group, come up with possible test
questions. Then use the questions to test each
other’s knowledge.

Intrapersonal ■ Apply concepts to your own life; think about how
you would manage.
■ Make up test questions and then take the sample
“test” you developed.

Musical ■ Recite text concepts to rhythms or write a song to
depict them.
■ Explore relevant musical links to reading material.

Naturalistic ■ Try to notice similarities and differences in objects
and concepts by organizing your study materials
into relevant groupings.

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