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Section 1 Dr Ramon Gallegos Nava presented a multidimensional multilevel model of holistic education at the 8th International Holistic Education Conference in Guadalajara, Mexico, November 2000. Multi-Dimensional Perspectives of Holistic Education Dr Ramon Gallegos Nava describes at least six dimensions of thinking and expression that should be taken into account in teaching and learning: |
| These dimensions of thinking and expression could be mapped against literacies or
intelligences of the whole person from other models. The point is that in this
model holistic
education attempts to
consider the full range of thinking, learning and expression of the whole person. |
| Dimension | Literacy | Intelligence |
| Cognitive: Thought processes, the capacity to reason logically. | Linguistic, Quantitative | Verbal/Linguistic Logical/Mathematical |
| Social: All learning happens in a social context of shared meaning. | Social | Interpersonal |
| Emotional: All learning is accompanied by an emotional state which can greatly affect the learning outcome. | Emotional | Emotional |
| Corporal or Physical: All learning occurs in a physical body. Mind-body harmony is an important element in the quality of learning. | Body/Kinesthetic Naturalistic |
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| Aesthetic: Beauty is a key aspect of human existence. Artistic expression of inner life is key to a happy life. | Arts | Visual/Spatial Musical/Rhythmic |
| Spiritual: The total and direct experience of universal love that establishes a sense of compassion, fraternity and peace towards all beings. | Spiritual | Spiritual |
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