Anything that is worth teaching can be presented in many different ways. These multiple ways can make use of our multiple intelligences.
Howard GardnerRead
What we want... is for students to get more interested in things, more involved in them, more engaged in wanting to know; to have projects that they can get excited about and work on over long periods of time, to be stimulated to find things out on their own.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Students should be more engaged and excited about their learning experiences.
Howard Gardner emphasizes the importance of fostering student curiosity and involvement in their education. He advocates for projects that captivate students, allowing them to engage deeply and encourage independent discovery, promoting a love for learning that lasts over time.
Themes
EducationEngagementCuriosityLearningProjects
In practice
Example use cases
In a teacher's seminar about student engagement, this quote could inspire educators to adopt more hands-on learning experiences.
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