Howard Gardner
What’s inside
Frames of Mind: The Theory of Multiple Intelligences, written by Howard Gardner, introduces the theory of multiple intelligences. Gardner argues that traditional ideas about intelligence are too limited and suggests that there are multiple types of intelligence, including linguistic, logical-mathematical, musical, spatial, bodily-kinesthetic, interpersonal, intrapersonal, and naturalistic.
You’ll Learn
- Understanding different types of intelligence
- Developing a more comprehensive view on intelligence
- Improving teaching methods based on multiple intelligences
- Personal development through understanding one’s own intelligence types
Key Points
- Intelligence is not one-dimension
- Multiple forms of intelligence exist
- Each intelligence has its unique features
- Intelligences can interact and work together
- Traditional IQ tests are inadequate
- Education system should embrace multiple intelligences
- Understanding multiple intelligences can help personal development
Who’s it For
- Educators
- Psychologists
- Parents
- Students
- Career Counselors
About the author
Howard Gardner is a developmental psychologist and a professor of Cognition and Education at Harvard University. He is best known for his theory of multiple intelligences.