This program presents the landmark lecture by Dr. Howard Gardner outlining the historical and philosophical background for the development of his Multiple Intelligences theory. Aimed particularly at professionals and students of the cognitive sciences and education, Dr. Gardner offers a sweeping history of changing ideas about the human brain, and contrasts new views of the mind with traditional 'behaviorist' views in two critical areas of thought, INTELLIGENCE and UNDERSTANDING.Citing examples from I.Q. test history, Skinner, psychometric testing and the infamous BELL CURVE, he shows how outmoded views continue to dominate policy and procedure concerning learning, teaching and understanding.
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