Unit 2-Module 2.8cd: 270-285: Stability of Intelligence, Influences on Intelligence, Group Differences and the Question of Bias

cohort

a group of people sharing a common characteristic, such as from a given time period.

cross-sectional study

research that compares people of different ages at the same point in time.

longitudinal study

research that follows and retests the same people over time.

growth mindset

a focus on learning and growing rather than viewing abilities as fixed.

fixed mindset

the view that intelligence, abilities, and talents are unchangeable, even with effort.

stereotype threat

a self-confirming concern that one will be evaluated based on a negative stereotype.