DEFINISI INTELIGENSI DAN CARA PENGUKURAN SERTA KONSEP MULTIPLE INTELEGENCES

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Penelitian ini dilaksanakan dengan tujuan utama untuk mengkaji secara mendalam konsep kecerdasan dalam perspektif psikologi modern, termasuk menelusuri definisi kecerdasan yang dianggap relevan dalam konteks pendidikan, mengidentifikasi berbagai keterbatasan yang masih melekat pada metode pengukuran kecerdasan tradisional, serta menganalisis bagaimana teori Multiple Intelligences (MI) dapat diterapkan secara efektif untuk mengoptimalkan potensi peserta didik. Untuk memperoleh pemahaman yang komprehensif, penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif melalui teknik observasi langsung dan wawancara terstruktur dengan para guru di Pondok Pesantren Al-Mushlih sebagai informan kunci. Hasil penelitian mengungkapkan bahwa implementasi konsep MI di Ponpes Al-Mushlih diwujudkan terutama melalui praktik pembelajaran berdiferensiasi. Pembelajaran ini disesuaikan dengan variasi kecerdasan, kebutuhan, minat, serta gaya belajar siswa, sehingga strategi pengajaran menjadi lebih personal dan responsif. Guru memilih metode, media, dan bentuk aktivitas belajar berdasarkan profil kecerdasan siswa, yang sejalan dengan prinsip bahwa setiap peserta didik memiliki cara unik dalam memahami informasi dan menunjukkan kompetensinya. Lebih lanjut, temuan observasi menunjukkan bahwa dua bentuk kecerdasan yang paling menonjol di kalangan siswa adalah kecerdasan linguistik dan kecerdasan kinestetik. Kecerdasan linguistik tampak pada ketertarikan siswa terhadap aktivitas berbasis bahasa seperti membaca, berdiskusi, dan mengikuti klub bahasa, sedangkan kecerdasan kinestetik terlihat dari keterlibatan aktif siswa khususnya siswa laki-laki dalam kegiatan olahraga dan aktivitas fisik lainnya. Dominasi kedua kecerdasan ini menjadi pertimbangan penting bagi guru dalam menentukan metode dan pendekatan yang paling sesuai dalam proses pembelajaran sehari-hari. Berdasarkan keseluruhan temuan tersebut, dapat disimpulkan bahwa penerapan teori Multiple Intelligences di Ponpes Al-Mushlih memberikan dampak positif dan signifikan bagi perkembangan belajar siswa. Pendekatan ini tidak hanya meningkatkan motivasi dan keterlibatan siswa dalam proses pembelajaran, tetapi juga membantu menciptakan lingkungan belajar yang lebih adil dan inklusif karena setiap bentuk kecerdasan siswa diakui dan difasilitasi. Melalui pengakuan terhadap keberagaman kecerdasan, potensi akademik maupun non-akademik siswa dapat berkembang secara lebih optimal, sehingga menghasilkan pengalaman belajar yang lebih bermakna dan berdaya guna.

This research was conducted with the primary aim of thoroughly examining the concept of intelligence from the perspective of modern psychology, including exploring definitions of intelligence considered relevant in the educational context, identifying various limitations inherent in traditional intelligence measurement methods, and analyzing how the theory of Multiple Intelligences (MI) can be effectively applied to optimize students’ potential. To gain a comprehensive understanding, this study employed qualitative methods through direct observation and structured interviews with teachers at Pondok Pesantren Al-Mushlih as key informants. The research findings reveal that the implementation of the MI concept at Ponpes Al-Mushlih is primarily manifested through differentiated learning practices. This learning is tailored to the variations in intelligence, needs, interests, and learning styles of students, making teaching strategies more personalized and responsive. Teachers select methods, media, and types of learning activities based on students’ intelligence profiles, aligning with the principle that each learner has a unique way of understanding information and demonstrating competence. Furthermore, observational findings show that the two most prominent forms of intelligence among the students are linguistic intelligence and kinesthetic intelligence. Linguistic intelligence is evident in students’ interest in language-based activities such as reading, discussing, and participating in language clubs, while kinesthetic intelligence is seen in the active involvement of students—particularly male students—in sports and other physical activities. The dominance of these two intelligences is an important consideration for teachers in determining the most appropriate methods and approaches in daily learning processes. Based on these overall findings, it can be concluded that the application of Multiple Intelligences theory at Ponpes Al-Mushlih has a positive and significant impact on students’ learning development. This approach not only enhances students’ motivation and engagement in the learning process but also helps create a more equitable and inclusive learning environment by recognizing and accommodating every form of student intelligence. Through acknowledgment of the diversity of intelligences, both academic and non-academic potentials of students can develop more optimally, resulting in a more meaningful and effective learning experience. This research aims to analyze relevant definitions of intelligence, identify limitations in intelligence measurement, and investigate the application of the Multiple Intelligences (MI) concept in maximizing individual potential within educational settings. The research methods used are observation and interviews with teachers at Ponpes Al-Mushlih. The research findings indicate that the concept of MI is realized thru differentiated learning, which adapts teaching strategies to students' intelligence levels, needs, and learning styles. Linguistic and kinesthetic intelligence were found to be dominant in the students at that school. The conclusion indicates that the implementation of MI has a positive and significant impact on students' motivation, learning development, and academic results because every form of intelligence is valued holistically.