Intelligence is the concept of understanding different scenarios and problems that come across us in life as human beings. We use our intelligence to gain problem-solving skills whether it may be used during Real-World Scenarios or in the academic setting. Intelligence is garnered not only from us at birth but also through our experiences in life and what we are taught such as through belief systems or in the classroom. As people, we are constantly working on our Intelligence, even through Adulthood as we face issues we may have never seen before; however, as research and data show it is imperative as the facilitators of young children's lives, that we are constantly working with them on building and gaining more intelligence through the day to day lives.
What are the Developmental Milestones of Intelligence?
There is not an established list of what is developmentally appropriate for intelligence, due to each person having different types of intelligence as it is not black and white, but a multi-faceted problem that accounts for many different things. However, there have been studies and research taken that show that a higher sense of communication through earlier developments of speech along with developments of motor skills at a young age such as Eight, shows higher intelligence once reaching adulthood. [1] As seen in table one there is significant association between the two.
Table One: Showing the connection between Early Growth and Intelligence
Theoretical Background of Intelligence
There have been a plethora of theorists who have impacted what Intelligence means to us on a day-to-day basis; however there is one that sticks out the most in modern times, Gardner's Approach to intelligence. As seen and presented in the video below, Gardner speaks on how there is not one true measure of intelligence but multiple different ways. This is seen in terms of communication, art, academics, problem-solving, and emotions. Intelligence is not two-dimensional and cannot just be summed up through one score when it does not take into account other dimensions of what makes someone smart.
What can we do as Educators and Parents?
Included in the links below are other sites that talk directly about each group of intelligence and what we can do to further stimulate the young learners around us [2,3]. While it is important to encompass each and every group, it is also our job to see where these students are excelling as well as at a disadvantage point. If as a parent you are noticing that your child is more into the Arts and Music from a young age, this may be where they are the most intelligent and it is pivotal to understand that as the adult in their life who chooses where they spend the most time. If it is noticed that your child has an incredible knack for finishing puzzles and thinking outside the box, have them work on problem-solving along with including them in clubs such as Odyssey of the Mind [4] that get children from a young age excited about Problem-Solving.
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[1] Murray GK, Jones PB, Kuh D, Richards M. Infant developmental milestones and subsequent cognitive function. Ann Neurol. 2007 Aug;62(2):128-36. doi: 10.1002/ana.21120. PMID: 17487877; PMCID: PMC3465788.
Physical Development What is Physical Development? Physical development encompasses the growth and skill development of the body, including the brain, muscles, and senses. This development involves two types of skills: Fine motor skills Fine motor skills involve the use of the small muscles that control the hand, fingers, and thumb. They help children perform important tasks like feeding themselves, grasping toys, buttoning and zipping clothes, writing, drawing, and more. Gross motor skills: Gross motor skills involve using the large muscles in the arms, legs, and torso. These skills include walking, running, skipping, jumping, throwing, climbing, crawling, swimming, and hopping. Physical Development Milestones Gross Motor Skills: 0-6 months: Babies begin to lift thei...
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