Unit 2 Module 2.8a

intelligence

ability to learn from experience, solve problems, and use knowledge to adapt to new situations

intelligence tests

method to assess mental aptitudes and compare them with numerical scores

general intelligence (g)

one general mental capacity underlies all intelligent behavior (Charles Spearman)

factor analysis

statistically identified clusters of intelligence-related items

Cattell-Horn-Carroll Theory (CHC)

intelligence based on one general intelligence and other specific abilities

fluid intelligence (Gf)

ability to reason speedily and abstractly (decrease with age)

crystallized intelligence (Gc)

accumulated knowledge and verbal skills (increase with age)

emotional intelligence (EQ)

ability to perceive, understand, manage, and use emotions

grit

passion and perseverance in pursuit of long-term goals

Howard Gardner

8 intelligences

verbal-linguistic

word smart

logical-mathematical

number/reasoning smart

visual-spatial

picture smart

body-kinesthetic

body smart

musical-rhythmic

music smart

interpersonal

people smart

intrapersonal

self smart

naturalistic

nature smart

savant syndrome

exceptional specific skill with otherwise limited in mental ability

triarchic theory (Sternberg)

analytical intelligence (book smart), creativite intelligence, practical intelligence (street smart)