PSYC 2010 Lecture Notes - Lecture 7: Confirmation Bias, Functional Fixedness, Theory Of Multiple Intelligences
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Set 7 cognition the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning mental images. 1863-1945; field: intelligence; contributions: found that specific mental talents were highly correlated, concluded that all cognitive abilities showed a common core which he labeled "g" (general ability) g factor. A general ability, proposed by spearman as the main factor underlying all intelligent mental activity s factor specific intelligence. 1943-present; field: intelligence; contributions: devised the theory of multiple intelligences (logical-mathematic, spatial, bodily-kinesthetic, intrapersonal, linguistic, musical, interpersonal, naturalistic) 1949-present; field: intelligence; contributions: devised the triarchic theory of intelligence (academic problem-solving, practical, and creative) triarchic theory of intelligence. Robert sternberg"s theory that describes intelligence as having analytic, creative and practical dimensions analytical intelligence. According to sternberg, the ability measured by most iq tests; includes the ability to analyze problems and find correct answers. (book smart) creative intelligence. Intelligence that makes us adapt to novel situations, generating novel ideas. practical intelligence.
