Interpersonal Intelligence - Learning Styles

This intelligence/style primarily operates thorough person-person relationship and communication. It is the ability to related to others, noticing their moods, motivations, and feelings. It is activated by interpersonal encounters, where communication, working together, and noticing distinctions among people are important. Interpersonal intelligence sees things from others' perspectives and communicates effectively verbally and nonverbally.

Study technique tips:

•  Study in a group that meets regularly.

•  Discuss information with others.

•  Use flash cards with others.

•  Teach someone else.

•  Meet with the professor or Teaching Assistant.

•  Review information over the phone, if not in person.

•  Notice the cues in the professor's voice and body language that highlight important topics or points.

Adapted from:

Dr. Joyce Bishop, Seven Pathways of Learning 1994.

David Kolb's learning style and associated terminology are based on the works of John Dewey, Kurt Lewin, Jean Piaget, and JP Guilford. For more information see the following materials:

Kolb, David A. 1984. Experiential Learning: Experience as the Source of Learning and Development. Prentice-Hall, Inc. Englewood Cliffs, NJ.

Smith, Donna M., and David A. Kolb. 1986. The Users Guide for the Learning-Style Inventory: A manual for Teachers and Trainers. McBer and Company. Boston, MA.

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