The Innovation Show

Howard Gardner: The Synthesizing Mind

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May 17, 2024
Renowned guest Howard Gardner discusses his theory of multiple intelligences, 'good work,' and impacts of innovations like language models. He reflects on education, ethics, and the essence of a synthesizer. Topics include innovation, creativity, good work, and the complexities of ethics in the 21st century.
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INSIGHT

Gardner on Synthesizing Mind

  • Howard Gardner identifies himself as a synthesizing mind that gathers diverse information to solve problems.
  • Synthesizing involves temporary arrangements and testing ideas with others before public sharing.
INSIGHT

Synthesizer Types and Time Horizons

  • Quick synthesizers rapidly jump between projects, whereas long-run synthesizers obsess over deep understanding.
  • Gardner situates himself between these types, aiming for developed, long-term synthesis.
ADVICE

Good Work Requires Ethics

  • Develop your skills and put them to ethical, positive ends for good work.
  • Excellence, engagement, and ethics are the triple helix essential for meaningful professional conduct.
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