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Abstract:** Chapter 13 discusses three applications relating to MI theory: computer technology, cultural diversity, and career counseling. Although each of these topics can be used to target each of the intelligences, computer technology is the most versatile. Computers are "intelligence neutral" which then can be intelligence specific when using [|software], and thus be able to reach all eight intelligences, especially through the use of [|multimedia learning projects]. A student's culture has an affect on MI theory as well. By looking at culture, a teacher can come to understand the student more deeply and clearly, allowing them to choose the correct teaching approach. Career counseling will allow the students to explore each career that is geared towards certain intelligences. This allows students to be open to new possibilities as well as focus on careers they are truly interested in.
 * Christina:


 * Synthesis:** As a class, we enjoyed the use of computers within the classroom. We have seen the excitement that students have when being allowed to use their computer, and so to bring that into the classroom every day can only enhance the student's learning. Career day was also considered to be a great idea. By focusing on linking careers to intelligences, students are able to explore the careers and find connections with their intelligence. Cultural diversity was also important to us. By examining a student's culture, we will be able to know what is important to the student, whether it be dance, art, song, or speech. A student's culture is a constant influence on their life, and therefore important to recognize in the classroom. As teachers, we can use each intelligence so that students become aware of themselves as learners, and as Bridget said: "[it will] help students to see that this isn’t just a way of learning English [or any other subject], but a way of learning throughout life."

Moetoc
One important point that this chapter made at the beginning was that we take computers out of the picture when dealing the MI Theory. At the simplest level, computers are “intelligence neutral”, which can work in our favor as teachers. I never realized that computers could be used to cover so many intelligences and I think it’d be fun to incorporate technology in to my classroom with the MI Theory in mind the entire time. I liked the idea of doing a multimedia project for a unit that requires students to use all of the intelligences and connect them together in some way, while they learn the material. It is important as an educator, especially at the high school level, to help students learn what options they have after they are done with schooling, career wise. I think that by using the MI Theory to help students you will help them discover employment options that they might have not thought of, and they will probably enjoy them more if they know that they are good at that career. I am changing my mind about what grades I’d like to teach (I’m leaning more toward elementary/middle) and the idea of bringing in people from the different intelligences to simply talk about their careers seemed like a fun way to get kids thinking in middle school. These types of presentations will help them get motivated for high school because they will be working toward some sort of goal.

Amanda Martemucc**i**
MI-Chapter 13: Chapter 13 explores three other important applications involved in MI theory: computer technology, cultural diversity, career counseling. Computer technology will definitely be incorporated into my classroom. There are many types of software that relate to all the intelligences. In my opinion, many students find it enjoyable and engaging just being able to see the computer in any way. Incorporating it into the classroom will surely get my students involved in the class. Cultural diversity is also important. I will have students from all different cultures. Understanding that different cultures emphasize different intelligences will help me understand students better and allow my students to explore other cultures and intelligences. Finally, I can definitely see how MI theory relates to career counseling, especially in my case. I am both a linguistic and interpersonal learner. These intelligences have helped shape my goal in becoming an English teacher. Giving students the opportunity to explore careers and allowing them to find connections with their intelligences is important, especially in high school.

Kristen
There are other applications of MI theory that have not been discussed before in this book. The use of computers and MI theory is the first to be suggested. There are many programs that can cater to each intelligence. Multimedia learning projects have been developed so a student can use several media or intelligences at once. Students can combine linguistic, musical and spatial or kinesthetic, spatial and naturalistic and so on. Having computer files also creates a great way to keep a portfolio on a student so teachers can refer back to it to view the progress of a student. MI theory also helps students understand and discuss the differences and similarities between each culture. Cultures accept and use the different types of intelligences in diverse ways. Some value words over music and some value art over words. Knowing the differences between cultures help people understand one another and hopefully learn from one another as well. In addition to computers and culture students can get a lot of help from MI theory in the area of career determination. Students need to be able to see, feel, hear and experience different types of career options and need to know what intelligences are required to be successful in certain jobs. If a student understands what they like and what they might want to do for a career they can start working on their MI weaknesses while maintaining their strengths.

Bridget
Chapter 13: Other Applications of MI Theory Multiple Intelligence Theory is relevant not only in the classroom, but in all aspects of life. People of all intelligences can use computers, which are becoming a bigger and bigger part of our culture. Photoshop, Microsoft Word, Google Earth, and Garage Band are all programs that work very well with different intelligences. Cultural Diversity also naturally incorporates the Multiple Intelligences. Different cultures value different intelligences, such as navigation, song, dance, and written word. But all cultures use all eight intelligences. What children want to “grow up to be” relies heavily on their favored intelligences and will likely lead to a career in a field that requires participants to be very strong in their intelligence. This means that I will need to tie intelligences into things other than the classroom, and help students to see that this isn’t just a way of learning English, but a way of learning throughout life.

Chelsea
MI theory can be applied in other setting outside of the classroom. The book describes how MI theory can be used in computer technology, cultural diversity and career counseling. By using MI theory it allows students to use their intelligences in a much broader sense. In computer technology, MI theory can be a “basis for selecting and making available software for use in the classroom” (174). Multiple intelligences can shine through when projects are done using multimedia software. The internet is a useful tool as it allows students to explore and expand their intelligences. In regards to cultural diversity it is important to understand that every culture has and uses all the intelligences, but in order to be considered a true intelligence it must be valued. In career counseling, MI theory is a helpful tool because people with certain dominate intelligences will be drawn more to careers that use that intelligence, for example a naturalist might become a Game Warden, while that is a career that would not suit a musical person. It is important to understand that MI theory can be applied outside of the classroom.

Christina
Chapter thirteen addressed three rather miscellaneous topics relating to the multiple intelligences; technology, cultural diversity and career counseling. In three subsections, the author expanded on each of these ideas and presented numerous opportunities for classroom teachers to integrate them into the classroom. Of the three, I find myself most prominently connected with the technology aspect. As society delves deeper into the digital age, students will become increasingly dependent on technology. It is our job as teachers to accept this change and integrate it into our classrooms as we are learning in class now.

Jesika
This chapter is all about the things that often get overlooked when talking about MI theory and its applications to the classroom. Computer technology for instance, is commonly shoved into the “logical/mathematical” category when that is not the case at all. Computers are intelligence neutral and become intelligence specific when software is used. Another thing that has fallen through the cracks is culture. Of all things, culture! Every culture uses all of the intelligences even though they might put more value on certain ones. The last topic of the chapter is Career counseling. This is one of those things that are so obvious that we pay little attention to it. We choose our vocations usually because we feel that we are good at them. This usually means that we have dominance in a specific intelligence that correlates to the job. This is such a no brainer, especially after doing any of the work for the practicum experience. The computer part in particular is one that I would like to work on fixing in whatever school I teach.

Kevin
Chapter 13 is about uses for MI theory outside of schools. The areas mentioned are computer technology, cultural diversity, and career counseling. The author makes a good point that interaction with computers is done through software, and software can be created to engage any of the intelligences. The table provided gives a great list of web resources that can be used to promote each intelligence. When applying MI theory to cultural diversity it seems like it can be easy to fall back into old racial stereotypes. In terms of career counseling I think that it is a great idea for young students to become familiar with the terminology of MI theory. I think that would create a greater self understanding when they got older.