Cognitive enhancement

AWARENESS OF ONE’S INTELLIGENCES TO ENHANCE THEIR EFFECTS

Intelligence is one of the most studied and debated human constructs and characteristics in the scientific community. It is defined as the “ability to understand the world in which we live and to solve environmental and socio-cultural problems that are posed to us at every moment of our lives.”
Until the first half of the 20th century, it was a widespread belief in academic circles that intelligence was identifiable with a common and measurable ability in all individuals, even through rigid tests of scientific and absolute value, based on the belief that there was only one type of intelligence, unique and the same for all that allowed access and connections between different realities and stimuli.
However, in 1983 U.S. psychologist Howard Gardner developed a theory embracing the concept of multiple intelligences, or seven different types of intelligence, more detailed and specific than those identified earlier. Years later he identified two more types, bringing the number to nine. Theory of Multiple Intelligences Gardner in his book “Frames of the Mind. The Theory of Multiple Intelligences” defines the existence of different forms of intelligence, one independent of the other. They are all present in every individual, but developed at different levels. Different development, defines, then, the greater predisposition toward one characteristic, as opposed to another, a way of approaching reality, learning, and defining interests and abilities. Each intelligence has specific characteristics, ways of manifesting itself, and can be trained and enriched over time. Humans may well have all nine intelligence profiles, but, in reality, each individual is characterized by his or her own particular “blend” among various abilities.

In working life and interpersonal relationships, the intelligences that most find application, too often unknowingly, are:

• Linguistic Intelligence: concerns the linguistic and verbal area, with skills with respect to the use of vocabulary, syntax and semantics
• Logical-Mathematical Intelligence: area of number, logical-deductive reasoning and processing of abstract concepts and use of symbols
• Visual-spatial intelligence: intelligence related to the perception, organization and structuring of shapes and objects in space
• Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence: coordination, motor skills, skills in using fine manual dexterity and the body in making objects, actions and occupations
• Interpersonal intelligence: ability to understand others’ experiences and feelings and enter into relationships
• Intrapersonal intelligence: ability to get in touch with and understand one’s internal states
• Naturalistic Intelligence: involves contact with and knowledge of nature
• Existential Intelligence: ability to reflectively question existential issues

The world is changing rapidly, and in the 4.0 era we cannot miss the opportunity to develop our potential as much as possible.

RECIPIENTS

Specific course for managers, executives, executives, clerks, salespeople and aimed at those who intend or need to improve self-knowledge and make their communicative relationship with the other than themselves more effective. The course can be for a single speaker or a small group of up to 25 participants. Multi-day training can be provided for groups over 25 participants, to be arranged with the client.

DURATION

1 – 3 days, to be agreed with the customer according to the needs and number of participants

OBJECTIVES

Uncovering and learning to read different types of intelligences, distinguishing them, to enhance not only learning, but the ability to relate to difficulties by making our approach toward reality more elastic and less granitic. Developing one’s potential to improve one’s work and interpersonal approach. Discovering the art of resilience, to live harmoniously with oneself and one’s other self.

CONTENTS

The training, focuses on examining the different types of intelligence, the methodologies of group RMA and brainstorming and brainwriting, to awaken dormant intelligences. A journey within one’s own feeling, to grasp the specific characteristics of one’s prevailing intelligences, identify them and discover the ways of their manifestation, train and enrich them over time. Effective communication by taking advantage of different rheational channels. Resilience as an intellectual capacity. Communicate and act consciously and consistently.

CERTIFICATE

Certificate of participation in the course

TEACHERS

Qualified trainer of Strategic Communication & Coaching

PLACE

Course deliverable at client company or at ASACERT headquarters in Cormano (MI)