Gardner's multiple intelligence profiles as predictors of VAK learning style preferences in indonesian catholic secondary education

Jurnal Penelitian Pendidikan Indonesia June 21, 2026 Volume 12, Number 1 4 authors

Abstract

This study examined Gardner's multiple intelligences theory as a predictor framework for Visual-Auditory-Kinesthetic (VAK) learning style preferences among Grade X students at Sekolah Menengah Agama Katolik Negeri Samosir, North Sumatra. Using total sampling, all 47 students enrolled during the 2024/2025 academic year participated in this quantitative correlational study. Data were collected via the Multiple Intelligences Developmental Assessment Scales (MIDAS; 80 items, 10 per subscale; Cronbach's and a VAK Learning Style Inventory (42 items: 13 visual, 15 auditory, 14 kinesthetic. Both instruments demonstrated construct validity via Confirmatory Factor Analysis. Post- hoc power analysis confirmed sample adequacy, substantially exceeding the large-effect threshold. Pearson correlation revealed a very strong overall association between intelligence profiles and learning styles. Simultaneous multiple linear regression (Enter method, all eight intelligence subscales) demonstrated that visual learning style was independently predicted by visual-spatial, logical- mathematical, and intrapersonal intelligence; auditory learning style by linguistic, musical, and interpersonal intelligence; and kinesthetic learning style by bodily-kinesthetic and naturalistic intelligence. These findings provide an empirical foundation for developing intelligence-matched differentiated instruction in Catholic secondary education, pending replication with larger and more diverse samples.

Authors

  1. Mimpin Sembiring

    Sekolah Tinggi Pastoral Santo Bonaaventura Delitua Medan

  2. Natalisa

    STP St. Bonaventura Keuskupan Agung Medan

  3. Handayani

    STP St. Bonaventura KAM

  4. Mudhar Mudhar

    Universitas PGRI Adi Buana Surabaya

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