CED Unit 2 (Intelligence & Achievement)

Question 1

g (general intelligence) theory (g factor)

Answer 1

One general intelligence influences performance across all mental tasks

Question 2

Intelligence quotient (IQ)

Answer 2

Mental age/chronological age x100

Question 3

Mental age

Answer 3

Age of one’s cognitive abilities, their brain

Question 4

Construct validity

Answer 4

The test accurately reflects the theoretical concept it claims to measure

Question 5

Predictive validity

Answer 5

Test scores successfully forecast performance in relevant future situations

Question 6

Test-retest reliability

Answer 6

The same person takes it multiple times, gets similar results

Question 7

Split-half reliability

Answer 7

Dividing a test into two halves and comparing the scores on each half

Question 8

Stereotype threat

Answer 8

Awareness of negative stereotypes about one’s group creates anxiety that impairs performance

Question 9

Stereotype lift

Answer 9

A group’s performance improves due to the awareness that another group is negatively stereotyped

Question 10

Flynn Effect

Answer 10

The documented rise in intelligence scores across generations

Question 11

Achievement tests

Answer 11

Measure what students have already learned through educational experiences

Question 12

Aptitude tests

Answer 12

Aim to predict future performance by assessing general abilities thought to underlie learning potential

Question 13

Fixed mindset

Answer 13

Often limit achievement potential

Question 14

Growth mindset

Answer 14

Promote resilience and learning