Appendix 1: Qualitative Recap of Theories and Processes Covered
Multiple Intelligences Addressed (6 of 8 total):
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Visual/Spatial Intelligence deals with spatial awareness, artistic rendering, solving puzzles, and the ability
to visualize and abstract within one’s mind.
o Entry 1: Vocabulary
 Draw a picture of the word
o Entries 3, 14, and 16: Guided Notes
 Use of pictures, maps, etc. in PowerPoint presentations
o Entries 11 and 13: Crossword and Word Find
 Use of puzzles to reinforce learning
Verbal/Linguistic Intelligence is concerned with words, spoken or written, grammar, and memorization of
dates and other facts.
o Entry 1: Vocabulary
 Defining the word
o Entry 2: Vocabulary Sentence
 Writing sentences and listening to other student’s sentences
o Entry 4: Muckraker Reading and Questions
 Reading and listening to the passage and writing down answers
o Muckrakers and Scandals: Current Event
 Research into scandal and answering questions (written)
o Entries 7-8: Jigsaw and Summary
 Reading the section, writing information, and taking notes while other students teach
o Entries 10 and 18: Quiz and Test Reviews
 Reading and writing
Logical/Mathematic Intelligence focuses on logical and abstract reasoning, numerical reasoning and
calculation, pattern recognition, scientific thinking, and investigation.
o Entry 5: Muckrakers Chart
 Use of graphic organizer to organize notes
o Entries 10 and 18: Quiz and Test Review
 Categorization large body of notes and use of graphic organizer
Bodily/ Kinesthetic Intelligence deals with reflex dexterity, active physical movement (such as sports,
dance, or acting), and building or creating items.
o Entry 1: Vocabulary
 Getting up and passing definition cards
o Entries 3, 14, and 16: Guided Notes
 Manipulating maps and other objects on smart board
Interpersonal Intelligence is how well one interacts and communicates with others and is tied to group
work, empathy, and the ability to sense motivations in others.
o Entry 2: Vocabulary Sentences
 Presentation and discussion of sentences
o Entry 4: Muckrakers Reading and Questions
 Share and discuss questions
o Muckraker Current Event
 Sharing of article and thoughts
o Entries 7-8: Jigsaw
 Teaching is an interpersonal skill
Intrapersonal Intelligence is ones self-reflective capacities and can lead to a greater understanding of
human motivation in general.
o Entry 4: Muckrakers Reading and Questions
 Formulate questions
o Muckrakers Current Event
 Formulate opinion on their scandal
Time Management Strategies:
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General Classroom Breakdown
o Do Now to settle students down
Entry 1: Vocabulary
o Vocabulary roundtable activity speeds up large vocabulary tasks
Entry 4: Muckraker Reading and Questions
o Allow students time to read and answer questions independently before review
o Waiting 5-10 seconds between asking a question and picking a hand
o Important for students with processing disabilities
Entries 6, 9, 15, and 17: Homework Worksheets
o Do Now time is used to check homework and do attendance
Entries 7-8: Jigsaw
o Get through large amount of content in relatively short time
Entries 11 and 13: Crossword and Word Find
o Use idle time that comes from speed discrepancies as a productive review
Tests
o Speedy way to grade in order to give students almost immediate feedback
Self-Regulation and Responsibility:
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General Classroom Breakdown
o Putting Schedule and Homework assignments on side board
Table of Contents and Notebook
o Using Table of Contents as a notebook organizational strategy
o Students are expected to copy ToC daily
o Students are made aware of and expected to make up missed work without teacher prompt through
ToC
o Students are expected to correct homework as I go over it
o Students must keep notebook sections for final once they get handed back (quarterly)
Entry 2: Vocabulary Sentences
o Students are responsible for taking notes on words they do not understand while others read their
sentences
Entry 7: Jigsaw
o Students are responsible for becoming an expert on their section and teaching it to other students
Entry 10 and 18: Quiz and Test Review
o Students must complete their review sheet and have parents sign
Quiz
o Fill in the blank creates necessity for students to know vocabulary words