Theoretical framework

According to Howard Gardener (1993) that is also mention in Principles of Teaching 2 a leading
psychologist, proposed the theory of multiple intelligences. The team of researchers explains that
people have nine distinct intellectual capacities that are used to approach problems and create
products:

Linguistic intellectual intelligence. Ability to use words effectively, both orally and in writing

Logical mathematical intelligence. Ability to use numbers effectively

Spatial intelligence. Ability to perceive and graphically represent the visual-- spatial world

Bodily kinesthetic intelligence. Ability to use one’s body to express ideas and feelings

Musical intelligence. ability to discriminate, transform, and express musical forms

Interpersonal intelligence. Ability to perceive the moods, intentions, and feelings of others

Naturalistic intelligence. Ability to appreciate the subtle distinctions of nature and the outdoors

Existentialist intelligence. Ability to see humankind in relation to the big picture of all existence

Due to the multiple intelligence many students might not perform well or show interest in PE class
because they belong into different intelligences.