Multiple Intelligences and Creativity in Communication Sciences and Disorders

Carl and Erica talk about Multiple Intelligences and Communications Sciences and Disorders in this episode of the Creativity Insights podcast. Carl explains the model for multiple intelligences created by Howard Gardner in the 1980s. Multiple intelligences suggests that human intelligence is differentiated in several modalities, rather than one generalized intellectual ability. Most people possess multiple modalities and use them in their everyday lives. Erica defines Communications Sciences and Disorders as a major and profession. Thinking about the myriad possible ways to treat a disorder requires a great deal of creativity and problem-solving skill. Erica explains how creativity can increase the possibility space for treatment and rehabilitation activities.