The purpose of this study was to examine the awareness of parents with preschoolers
about multiple-intelligence education programs, the state of their multiple-intelligence
education and their needs. This was done in an effort to provide information on the
successful utilization of early childhood multiple-intelligence programs, as parents
exercise a great influence on the development of early childhood multiple intelligences.
The subjects in this study were 350 parents of preschoolers in six different kindergartens
located in the city of Busan, on whom a survey was conducted. The findings of the study
were as follows: first, as for the awareness of the parents of the preschoolers on
multiple-intelligence education, they placed an importance on that education in general.
Second, concerning the state of their multiple-intelligence education, there was a strong
tendency for them to rely on early childhood education institutions and study aids
produced by relevant companies to foster the strength of their children. Third, regarding
a time for early childhood multiple- intelligence education, they considered it advisable
for preschoolers to start to receive that education at the Western age of 2 to 7, and they
preferred teachers who had a good understanding of the psychology and needs of
preschoolers. The parents wanted their children to receive that education, and hoped to
receive parent education about it.