I have had the opportunity … to travel to many other nations. It has been fascinating to discover the ways in which [MI] theory has been interpreted and the activities that it has catalyzed.

—Howard Gardner

One of the most exciting developments of the theory of multiple intelligences has been its international impact. MI theory is now a part of the educational scene to one degree or another in most of the nations of the world. In some cases, its impact has been at the governmental level, with MI incorporated into the national education initiatives of some countries. In other cases, its impact has been more local, with individual schools and teachers taking the theory and applying it to the unique requirements of their own culture. In this chapter, we'll look at several ways in which MI theory has been applied in cultures around the world.

MI Theory at the Policymaking Level