Anything that is worth teaching can be presented in many different ways. These multiple ways can make use of our multiple intelligences.
Howard GardnerRead
The countries who do the best in international comparisons, whether it's Finland or Japan, Denmark or Singapore, do well because they have professional teachers who are respected, and they also have family and community which support learning.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Successful countries prioritize education through respected teachers and supportive communities.
In this quote, Howard Gardner emphasizes the importance of professional teachers and an engaged community in fostering effective education systems. He highlights that nations renowned for their educational successes, like Finland and Japan, owe this achievement not only to well-trained and respected educators but also to the involvement of families and communities that value and support learning, thereby creating a holistic environment for academic growth.
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EducationTeachersCommunitySupportLearning
In practice
Example use cases
During a seminar on educational reform, this quote can illustrate the importance of community in learning.
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