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We live in a time of relentless change. The only thing that?s certain is that new challenges and opportunities will emerge that are virtually unimaginable today. How can we know which skills will be required to succeed?In Five Minds for the Future, bestselling author Howard Gardner shows how we will each need to master 'five minds' that the fastpaced future will demand: The disciplined mind, to learn at least one profession, as well as the major thinking (science, math, history, etc.) behind it The synthesizing mind, to organize the massive amounts of information and communicate effectively to others The creating mind, to revel in unasked questions and uncover new phenomena and insightful apt answers The respectful mind, to appreciate the differences between human beings and understand and work with all persons The ethical mind, to fulfill one's responsibilities as both a worker and a citizenWithout these 'minds,' we risk being overwhelmed by information, unable to succeed in the workplace, and incapable of the judgment needed to thrive both personally and professionally.Complete with a substantial new introduction, Five Minds for the Future provides valuable tools for those looking ahead to the next generation of leaders and for all of us striving to excel in a complex world.Howard Gardnercited by Foreign Policy magazine as one of the one hundred most influential public intellectuals in the world, and a MacArthur Fellowship recipientis the Hobbs Professor of Cognition and Education at the Harvard Graduate School of Education.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Five Minds for the Future'? A: 'Five Minds for the Future' explores the essential skills required to navigate a rapidly changing world, emphasizing the need to cultivate five distinct mindsets: disciplined, synthesizing, creating, respectful, and ethical.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Five Minds for the Future'? A: The book is authored by Howard Gardner, a renowned psychologist and professor at the Harvard Graduate School of Education.
- Q: What are the key concepts covered in the book? A: The book discusses five essential 'minds': the disciplined mind for mastering knowledge, the synthesizing mind for organizing information, the creating mind for innovative thinking, the respectful mind for empathy, and the ethical mind for social responsibility.
- Q: When was 'Five Minds for the Future' published? A: 'Five Minds for the Future' was published on January 6, 2009.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Five Minds for the Future' contains 224 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: Is 'Five Minds for the Future' suitable for all readers? A: Yes, the book is suitable for anyone interested in personal development, leadership, and understanding the skills needed for future success.
- Q: What kind of insights can readers expect from this book? A: Readers can expect valuable insights into developing critical thinking skills and understanding the importance of diverse perspectives in both personal and professional contexts.
- Q: Does the book include any additional resources or introductions? A: Yes, 'Five Minds for the Future' includes a substantial new introduction that provides context and additional insights into the themes presented.
- Q: What is the item condition of 'Five Minds for the Future'? A: The book is listed as new.