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Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligences

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Visual-Spatial Intelligence

Strengths: Visual and Spatial Judgment

People who are strong in visual-spatial intelligence are good a visualizing things. These individuals are often good with directions as well as maps, charts, videos and pictures.

Characteristics of Visual-Spatial Intelligence

  • Enjoys reading and writing
  • Good at putting puzzles together
  • Good at interpreting pictures, graphs and charts
  • Enjoys drawing, painting and the visual arts
  • Recognizes patterns easily

Potential Career Choices

  • Architect
  • Artist
  • Engineer

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