Multiple Intelligence Theory by Howard Gardner

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Written By Manisha Snoyer (CEO and co-founder of Modulo)
Edutopia revisits its 1997 interview with Harvard University Professor Howard Gardner about multiple intelligences and new forms of assessment.

“The theory of multiple intelligences was developed in 1983 by Dr. Howard Gardner, professor of education at Harvard University. It suggests that the traditional notion of intelligence, based on I.Q. testing, is far too limited. Instead, Dr. Gardner proposes eight different intelligences to account for a broader range of human potential in children and adults.” -American Institute for Learning and Development . In reality, Gardner suggests that there are many more intelligences than just 8! In this 1994 interview with Edutopia, Gardner discusses the 8 intelligences. Watch the video to learn more about the different types of intelligence, get insights on how your child learns and how you can nurture your child’s unique gifts.

Manisha Snoyer (CEO and co-founder of Modulo)

Manisha Snoyer is an experienced educator and tech entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience teaching more than 2,000 children across three countries. She co-founded Modulo with Eric Ries to help families design personalized educational experiences. Prior to Modulo, she and Eric founded Schoolclosures.org, the largest relief effort for families during the pandemic that provided a hotline, free online math tutoring, and other essential resources to support 100,000 families. As a an early mover in alternative education, Manisha created CottageClass, the first microschool marketplace in 2015. She is dedicated to empowering families to build customized learning solutions that address academic, social, and emotional needs. Manisha graduated Summa Cum Laude from Brandeis University with degrees in French Literature and American Studies and minors in Environmental Studies and Peace & Conflict Studies.

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