Action Quote by Howard Gardner
“If one develops good habits and routines, it is possible to be a responsible educator most of the time; and to marshal the special energies and reflection for those times, when the correct course of action is not clear, or when one is weighing one wrong against another wrong.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Frames of Mind, Howard Gardner, 1983
Developing good habits and routines equips educators to act responsibly most of the time, and to summon focused energy and reflection when faced with ambiguous or morally complex decisions.
In simple terms: Habits help teachers be responsible and think clearly in tough choices.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate strong habits and reflective practice.
Themes
education
ethics
habits
decisionmaking
reflection
Mood
reflective
serious
inquisitive
Type
didactic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- classroom management
- policy decisions
- ethical dilemmas
Key Concepts
moral psychology
professional development
cognitive load
Questions to Reflect On
- When do routines hinder ethical judgment?
- How can teachers stay flexible when rules conflict?
A Different Perspective
Habits may not prepare for truly novel situations.
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