The ability of a human being to learn new skills has been researched and studied over the years. Each individual is unique and therefore difficult to fit into a simple category. Gardner's theory of Multiple Intelligences is an example of the possible ways in which a human being can learn and understand his or her world. In his theory Gardner described 8 different learning abilities. By applying his theory, it is possible to create personalized education tailored to the needs of each individual. Howard Gardner proposed the theory of multiple intelligences in 1983, a way to explain and understand human intelligence. The theory shows the many ways in which information can be processed, learned, and remembered. Gardner states that there are eight types of intelligences and that humans “vary in the degree of ability they possess in each category.” (Maftoon 2012) The categories are: linguistic, logical-mathematical, visuo-spatial, kinesthetic, musical, interpersonal, intrapersonal and naturalistic. Interpersonal intelligence is the ability to understand and relate to other people. Those with strong interpersonal skills are good at resolving conflicts, skilled at evaluating the emotions and intentions of others, and tend to create positive relationships. Careers for people with these strengths are psychologist, consultant, salesman, or politician. Intrapersonal intelligence is more internal and selfish. Individuals who are strong in this area are very self-reflective. Intrapersonal people tend to be very aware of their feelings and motivations. They love to daydream and do self-analysis. They tend to become philosophers, writers and scientists. Visual-spatial intelligence is the ability to visualize things. These individuals interpret maps and graphs well… middle of paper… room with other children who have special needs and are on the same interpersonal level as them, struggling socially to fit in. Their social skills may be weak but the child with autism may be a musical or spatial genius. Any individual can be strong and weak in any area and by generalizing their education, students may never see their true intelligence. Over the years, multiple theories about human intelligence have been suggested. Howard Gardner's theory appears to be supported by some, while others embrace and use it. Applying Gardner's theory of the eight intelligences (interpersonal, intrapersonal, spatial, corporeal, linguistic, musical, naturalistic and logical) to the education system could help more students learn and understand where their strengths are and where their weaknesses are to be able to improve one's intelligence skills.