Assessing Quote by Howard Gardner
“When a child is thriving, there is no reason to spend time assessing intelligences. But when a child is NOT thriving - in school or at home - that is the time to apply the lens of multiple intelligences and see whether one can find ways to help the child thrive in different environments.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Frames of Mind by Howard Gardner, 1983
Assessing multiple intelligences is unnecessary for thriving children, but essential for those struggling, to tailor support.
In simple terms: Only assess multiple intelligences when a child struggles.
Key Takeaway
Use multiple intelligences to help struggling children.
Themes
education
development
psychology
Mood
concerned
thoughtful
Type
advisory
insightful
When to use this quote
- classroom challenges
- home environment
- learning difficulties
Key Concepts
multiple intelligences
individual differences
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you identify which intelligence needs support?
- What signs indicate a child is not thriving?
A Different Perspective
May overlook strengths if applied too broadly.
