The relationship between perceptual learning style preferences and Multiple Intelligences among Iranian EFL learners

Abstract

The purpose of the present study is to investigate the relationships between preferences of Multiple Intelligences and perceptual/social learning styles. Two self-report questionnaires were administered to a total of 207 male and female participants. Pearson correlation results revealed statistically significant positive relations between linguistic intelligence and tactile as well as auditory learning style preferences; logical–mathematical intelligence and individual learning style; bodily-kinesthetic intelligence and kinesthetic as well as group learning styles; intrapersonal intelligence and individual learning style; and interpersonal intelligence and group learning style preference in addition to negative relations between logical–mathematical intelligence and group learning style; bodily-kinesthetic intelligence and individual learning style; intrapersonal intelligence and group, kinesthetic, tactile, and auditory learning style preferences; and interpersonal intelligence and individual learning style. However, there were no significant relationships between spatial and musical intelligence types and learning style preferences.

Keywords:

• perceptual learning style preferences
• Multiple Intelligences
• PLSPQ
• TIMI