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Theories of intelligence in adult learning

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What theory of intelligence do you subscribe to and how how might that theory of intelligence impact you as an adult learner? Please include references in the response.

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This solution discusses theories of intelligence as related to adult learning, including Howard Gardner's multiple intelligences theory, Robert Sternberg's three-factor intelligence theory and Thurstone's primary mental ability theory, including how to tailor these theories to best suit adult learners.

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Multiple intelligence is one theory that I agree with. In my opinion, Howard Gardner's theory is the most complex and suggests that there are eight distinct intelligences that explore a person's skills and their abilities within various cultures. The eight intelligences he suggests are (1):

-Visual-spatial intelligence
-Verbal-linguistic intelligence
-Bodily-kinesthetic intelligence
-Logical-mathematical intelligence
-Interpersonal intelligence
-Musical intelligence
-Intra personal intelligence
-Naturalistic intelligence

Robert Sternberg's theory of intelligence is that ...

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