Multiple Intelligences Infused ELT Precept in the Course of COVID-19: A Pedagogical Proffer

Language and life are inseparable conceptions; both are fused by human beings and milieu. At present, the human race witnesses a different lineament of life under COVID-19. Every aspect of life of an individual, specifically, health, lifestyle, economy, education, and beliefs is being modified because of the effect and influence of COVID-19; Second Language Teaching and Learning are no exceptions. The pandemic has acquainted, all individuals with the precautious measures. Certain expressions and phrases receive space at the subconscious levels too namely, mask, social distance, vaccine, washing hands frequently, breathing techniques, oxygen, herbal concoction, etc. With the influence of these terms, being lay citizens and researchers of L2, the authors of this paper attempt to compare these C-19 precautious measures with the teaching of English during this pandemic phase. In order to boost the immunity of L2 teaching and learning online, the Multiple Intelligences (MI) theory of Gardner would be of great aid. Multiple Intelligences theory focuses on the significance of the unique intelligences of the learners. Gardner proposed his array of intelligences namely, linguistic, logical- mathematical, visual-spatial, musical, interpersonal, intrapersonal, bodily-kinesthetic, naturalistic, and existential intelligences. Individualised instruction develops academic and mental health of learners. Hence, this paper aims to outline the COVID-19 ELT guidelines, which could serve as an aegis to teach the English language with the succour of MI. This pedagogical proffer will perk the L2 teachers and learners to fabricate an effective web by emblazoning the Individual Differences of learners during this pandemic learning.