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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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"The biggest mistake of past centuries in teaching has been to treat all children as if they were variants of the same individual and thus to feel justified in teaching them all the same subjects in the same way"
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"I believe that the brain has evolved, like the rest of the body. And you can't understand the brain as an abstract mechanism that operates on its own. You really have to understand the body and the environment that this brain is operating in"
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