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psychometric approach to intelligence |
an attempt to understand the nature of intelligence by studying the pattern of results obtained on intelligence tests
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factor analysis |
a statistical method for studying the interrelations among various tests. the goal is to discover whether the tests are all influenced by the same factors, or by distinct factors
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g (general intelligence) (Spearman) |
a mental attribute that is hypothesized as contributing to the performance of virtually any intellectual task
if g is in short supply, individual will do poorly on wide range of tasks |
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reliability |
if we give the test, wait a while, give it again - do you essentially get the same results? (repeatability) |
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predictive validity |
an assessment of whether a test measures what it's intended to measure, based on whether the test score correlates with another relevant criterion measured later (test measures what its supposed to) |
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standardized |
compared to representative sample |
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fluid intelligence |
the ability to deal with new and unusual problems |
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crystallized intelligence |
acquired knowledge, including the person's repertoire of verbal knowledge and cognitive skills |
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triarchic theory of intelligence Sternberg |
intelligence is how well an individual deals with environmental changes throughout their lifespan. Sternberg’s theory comprises three parts: componential (analytical), experiential (creative), and practical (street smart). |
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theory of multiple intelligences Gardner |
theory of intelligence that differentiates it into specific (primarily sensory) "modalities", rather than seeing intelligence as dominated by a single general ability. |
