Robert Sternberg's Triarchic Theory Of Successful Intelligence

For the concept of intelligence, Robert Sternberg’s “Triarchic Theory of Successful Intelligence” and Gardner’s “Theory of Multiple Intelligences” were focused on for this particular self-assessment. Sternberg’s theory of intelligence divides total intelligence into analytic, creative and practical components (Woolfolk 117). According to Sternberg, analytical intelligence involves “the mental processes of the individual that lead to more or less intelligent behavior”, creative intelligence involves “coping with new experiences”, and practical intelligence involves emphasizing “the importance of choosing an environment in which you can succeed, adapting to that environment, and reshaping it if necessary” (Woolfolk 118).
After completing Sternberg’s

His multiple intelligences theory suggest that intelligence is divided into eight different categories: logical-mathematical, linguistic, musical, spatial, bodily-kinesthetic, interpersonal, intrapersonal, and naturalist each with their own individual characteristics (Woolfolk 116). After finishing Gardner’s assessment of my multiple intelligences, it was determined that my three highest intelligences (in order from most apparent to least apparent) are logical-mathematical, interpersonal, and intrapersonal. Logical-mathematical intelligence involves charting, sequencing, analyzing, proving, and interpreting data. Interpersonal intelligence involves cooperative grouping, tutoring, and giving feedback. Intrapersonal intelligence involves independent work, self-talk, using prior knowledge and connecting this prior knowledge to new knowledge

Based on my self-reflection, my best learning environment includes little to no sound (though music actually aids in my learning), low lighting, cool temperatures and a relaxed seating arrangement. The emotional aspect of learning involves how structured the learning process is. I prefer high levels of motivation and persistence as well as high amounts of responsibility in my individual work and structure. The sociological aspect of learning preferences involve either working alone or working with others. I prefer to work alone, I don’t want authority watching me in my work and I usually have a very structured system of learning. The physical aspect of learning involves study habits. I prefer to take small breaks in between studying by having a snack. I prefer to study in the evening, and I prefer the afternoon hours in order to complete tasks. Lastly, the psychological aspect involves the way in which we think when processing information. It has been shown that I am an analytical person which means that I like small details. This means that I am a very “left-brain” person who is very reflective when learning new topics