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Howard Gardner, born July 11, 1943, is an American developmental psychologist best known for his theory of multiple intelligences, which he introduced in his 1983 book "Frames of Mind: The Theory of Multiple Intelligences." This groundbreaking work challenged the traditional view of intelligence as a single, general ability by proposing that humans possess a variety of distinct intelligences. more Howard Gardner, born July 11, 1943, is an American developmental psychologist best known for his theory of multiple intelligences, which he introduced in his 1983 book "Frames of Mind: The Theory of Multiple Intelligences." This groundbreaking work challenged the traditional view of intelligence as a single, general ability by proposing that humans possess a variety of distinct intelligences. Gardner's theory has had a profound impact on educational practices, advocating for personalized learning approaches that cater to individual strengths. In 1990, he co-founded Project Zero at Harvard University, focusing on enhancing learning, thinking, and creativity in the arts and other disciplines. Gardner has received numerous accolades, including the MacArthur Fellowship in 1981, for his innovative contributions to psychology and education. less

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"Each of us has a unique palette of abilities and loves; our schools should be designed to unleash them."
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"There are hundreds and hundreds of ways of making a difference in the world."
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"True understanding derives from a blend of theory and practical implementation."
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"Assignments should contain elements of both routine and surprise."
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"The greatest educators have known that we need an open mind, but we also need a disciplined mind."
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"I want my children to understand the world but not just because the world is fascinating and the human mind is curious I want them to understand it so that they will be positioned to make it a better place"
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"We should spend less time ranking children and more time helping them to identify their natural competencies and gifts and cultivate those"
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"Intelligence is the ability to find and solve problems and create products of value in one's own culture"
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"If I know you're very good at spatial intelligence, I still don't know whether you're going to be a great surgeon or an architect"
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"We are natural learners. Learning is our default state."
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"Stories are the single most powerful tool in a leader's toolkit"
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