Chapter 14

Abstract
This chapter was about the idea of existentialism as a ninth intelligence. This intelligence basically addresses deep questions and subjects such as the point of human existence, what we are doing on Earth, spirituality, developmental history and other similar things. The proof that this sort of thinking can be classified as another intelligence is very limited and really hasn't been proven as fact. The problem with this intelligence is that it often includes subjects that elicit strong responses from parents and community. The issues that existentialists address are often personal, not fact based, and controversial. Existential intelligence, while intriguing, can be dangerous.

Personal Response
Most of us seemed very interested in this chapter. We really liked pondering the idea that there could be a ninth intelligence. We also realize that existentialist topics can cause strong responses that may be detrimental to the educational environment we are striving to provide for our students. We also felt like the author wasn't exhibiting very much interest in the subject and that was sort of frustrating because, what if this ninth intelligence could be a tool to help more students? Overall, we found the chapter interesting but the idea a little scary because existentialism is a little heady for the classroom.