LINGUISTIC INTELLIGENCE AND TEACHING AND LEARNING ENGLISH VOCABULARY

Abstract

This article discusses Multiple Intelligences Theory proposed by Gardner and focuses particularly on “Linguistic Intelligence”. Linguistic intelligence is shown in the perception of word meaning, word order, sound, rhythm, and word length that enable a word to be more recognizable. Learners with linguistic intelligence are able to use language to persuade, encourage and express ideas. Based on the principles of Multiple Intelligences Theory, the article suggests the activities for teaching and learning vocabulary in and out of the classroom to help learners with potential linguistic intelligence to advance in their capacity.