12 Questions
Which theory of intelligence includes analytical, creative, and practical skills?
Sternberg's triarchic theory of intelligence
What is NOT captured by intelligence tests?
Family history
Which factor can lead to performance decrements due to cultural stereotypes?
Stereotype threat
What was the main finding related to 'growth spurters' in the Pygmalion Study?
They received higher grades based on teachers' expectations.
'atypical' answers refer to:
Answers that deviate from the norm in intelligence testing.
'Stereotype threat' can lead to:
Decreased performance triggered by cultural stereotypes.
What is the main purpose of the Stanford-Binet Test?
To differentiate students who would benefit from French schools
What is the formula used to calculate Intelligence Quotient (IQ) according to the text?
$\frac{\text{Child's mental age}}{\text{Chronological age}} \times 100$
What do the Wechsler Scales measure?
Verbal and nonverbal cognitive abilities
What is the purpose of using composite indexes in the Wechsler Intelligence Scales?
To obtain a single overall measure of intelligence
In what way is the Wechsler Verbal Subscale utilized in intelligence assessments?
To assess knowledge through questions like 'What is the advantage of keeping money in a bank?'
What aspect of a child is observed by a School/Developmental Psychologist when administering an intelligence test?
Their ease in establishing rapport, enthusiasm, and anxiety impacts on performance
Explore the differences between Sternberg's triarchic theory of intelligence, which consists of analytical, creative, and practical skills, and Gardner's multiple intelligence theory, which includes verbal, mathematical, spatial, kinesthetic, musical, and interpersonal abilities. Learn about the implications of prioritizing different types of intelligence in education.
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