Theories of intelligence Flashcards
what is the definition of intelligence utilised by psychology?
Hint: brains, body, surroundings, mind
intelligence: application of cognitive skills, knowledge, learning and solve problems, to adapt to new situations.
who is Howard Gardner and what is his theory?
Hint: BILLS?MINE
THEORY =MI (many intelligences)
Howard Gardner: Mind work differently, several different intelligences used in functional ways.
B bodily-kinaesthetic
I interpersonal
L linguistic
L logical Mathematic
S spatial
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M musical
I intrapersonal
N naturalistic
E existential
Strengths of Gardeners Approach?
- holistic approach
- acknowledges individual differences
Weakness of Gardeners Approach?
Hint: dodgy scientists, identity crisis, misinterpreted
- Lacking scientific evidence
- some forms of intelligence could be argued as personality traits, abilities, or skills
who is Sternbergs and what is his theory?
Hint: API, the breakthrough
TRIARCHICH
- Analytical: critiquing ideas
- Creative: brainstorm problem solve
- Practical: further evaluation
- intelligent behaviour occurs when a person successfully overcomes a problem
Strengths of Sternbergs Approach?
- veiws intelligence as processing skills that are dynamic
- can grow and develop our intelligence levels as we practice skills
Weaknesses of Sternbergs Approach?
hint: Numbers baby, bias
- No numerical value calculated to indicate level of intelligence, this can make it harder to compare
- the concepts are broad and interpretation bias might be evident when judging intelligence levels
What are the similarities between Gardeners and Sternbergs approach?
Both Gardner and Sternberg expanded the concept of intelligence beyond the traditional viewpoint. Both theories are developed as a reaction to narrow definitions of intelligence solely focusing on analytical skills. For both of them, creativity and practical intelligence are predictors of success.
What is IQ? how is it measured?
- Intelligence tests used to determine a numerical value now as IQ
- relating to general cognitive abilities, working memory, processing speed.
- various domains
What is EQ?
- ability to process emotional information
- emotional quotient
- various domains
- perceive emotions, use emotions, understand emotions, manage emotions.
What is the difference between EQ and IQ?
IQ tests measure your ability to solve problems, use logic, and grasp or communicate complex ideas. EQ tests measure your ability to recognize emotion in yourself and others, and to use that awareness to guide your decisions.
What is Mayer and Salovey’s Model?
Hint: PUUM
- perceiving emotions: notice emotion changes, emotions in songs, reading judging emotions
- using emotions: experience emotions to aid in cognitive processing
- understanding emotions: comprehend emotional language, and behaviour to predict future behaviours.
- managing emotions: to regulate owns em options for growth & well-being
Strengths of Mayer and Salovey’s Model?
- knowledge emotional competencies and appropriate expressions are important skills for social interactions
- tested empirically
Weaknesses of Mayer and Salovey’s Model?
- reductionistic, only expires emotional aspects
- information is mainly collected through self report methods
What are the similarities between Gardeners approach and EQ?
SIMILARITIES: Recognise how emotions can facilitate intelligent thought and behaviour, Significance: Acknowledges that we exist in social settings, and need to use and moderate our emotions.
DIFFERENCES: MI - investigates many types of intelligence, EQ- only focuses on emotional intelligence, Significance: EQ could ignore important aspects of intelligence.
