Sternberg's Triarchic Theory Quiz
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What is Sternberg's Triarchic Theory?

Sternberg's idea that intelligence represents a balance of analytical, creative, and practical abilities.

What is divergent thinking?

The ability to find as many possible solutions to a problem as possible rather than the one 'correct' solution.

What is creative intelligence?

The ability to generate ideas and to deal successfully with novelty, sometimes referred to as divergent thinking.

What is practical intelligence?

<p>The ability to solve everyday problems by changing yourself or your behavior to fit the environment better, changing the environment, or moving to a different environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is analytical intelligence?

<p>The type of intelligence that is closest to general intelligence and highly prized in most schools, also known as convergent intelligence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Sternberg's Triarchic Theory

  • Developed by Robert Sternberg, this theory posits that intelligence is comprised of three main components: analytical, creative, and practical abilities.

Analytical Intelligence

  • Closely related to general intelligence (g); this type is often emphasized in educational settings.
  • Commonly referred to as convergent intelligence, it centers on the ability to identify the single correct solution to a problem.

Creative Intelligence

  • Reflects the capacity to generate novel ideas and effectively respond to new and unfamiliar situations.
  • Associated with divergent thinking, which emphasizes exploring multiple solutions rather than targeting a single correct answer.

Practical Intelligence

  • Focuses on the application of knowledge in real-world settings.
  • Involves problem-solving through adaptiveness, such as adjusting personal behavior to better suit an environment, altering the environment itself, or relocating to a more conducive setting.

Divergent Thinking

  • Definition encompasses the ability to brainstorm and uncover numerous possible solutions to a given problem, differing from the pursuit of one 'right' answer.

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Test your knowledge of Sternberg's Triarchic Theory with this flashcard quiz. Explore key concepts such as analytical, creative, and practical intelligence. Challenge yourself to understand the different aspects of intelligence and how they apply to problem-solving.

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