Research Article Analysis #5

Article reference: Purpose of the study:

Hanafin, J. (2014). Multiple intelligences theory, action This study examined the implementation of the Multiple
research, and teacher professional development: The Irish Intelligences theory in classrooms and schools and its
MI project. Australian Journal of Teacher effects on classroom practices.
Education, 39(4), 126-141. doi: 10.14221/ajte.2014v39n4.8

Summarize the method in your own words. Draw a figurative representation.

This study was completed in two phases that spanned
over a total of five years. The first phase focused on
literature review, development of curriculum and
research on assessment modes and techniques. The
second phase was action based where teacher, student
and classroom data were collected. The study involved
thirty participants who taught in primary, secondary and
special needs schools in Ireland.

List the outcomes in point form, underlining five key Write two questions you have about the research.
words.
1. The study discusses the narrow construct of
The participants involved in the study felt that the intelligence in Ireland. When we look at education
implementation of the multiple intelligences was a in Canada today, how is intelligence viewed? Is it
catalyst for change in their pedagogic practice and narrow in construct, like mentioned in this article,
thinking. Valuing learners and their diverse intelligences or does it consider the diversity of all learners?
was one of the most significant elements that emerged in
this study. 2. Teaching to all of the intelligences would allow
The participating teachers also reported: students to demonstrate their strengths as well as
 an increase in successful student outcomes grow in areas of challenge. How would classrooms
 better recall and understanding be organized if teachers taught to all of the
 higher attainment intelligences throughout all grade levels?
 improved self-esteem
 a more fun and enjoyable classroom experience
 that all learners can feel valued
Implications for change project
This study determined the value of using multiple intelligences in the classroom. Teachers involved in the study
expressed how they saw the positive contributions of these practices in their classrooms. Even those teachers who have
used multiple methods, including intelligences, said they also experienced positive results. Throughout the study,
teachers began to recognize and appreciate diversity in themselves. This also indicates that the use of multiple
intelligences may offer positive benefits in teachers’ professional development and their classroom practices. Results
from this research revealed that using multiple intelligences in the classroom can lead to all learners feeling valued,
which is one of goals of my implementation plan. The results of this study were encouraging and supportive of my SRV
implementation plan, which involves the use of multiple intelligences.