Intelligence

Question 1

Who created the initial IQ test? Why?

Answer 1

Alfred Binet created it to identify children who were likely to need special help in their schooling.

Question 2

What are the 5 categories of the Wechsler intelligence scale for children (WISC-V)?

Answer 2

1. Verbal comprehension
2. Visual Spatial
3. Processing speed
4. Working memory
5. Fluid reasoning

Question 3

What are some examples of cultural factors which can affect performance on intelligence tests?

Answer 3

Any of:
- Traditions (including education)
- Socio-economic environment
- Language and dialect
- Others I’m sure

Question 4

What are some examples of personal factors which can affect performance on intelligence tests?

Answer 4

Any of:
- Formal training/past experience
- Personality (motivation, anxiety, interest)
- Exceptionalities: learning disabilities, speech, language, auditory, orthopedic, health/visual impairments, etc.

Question 5

What are some examples of factors which can impact performance on intelligence tests but which are neither cultural or personal?

Answer 5

Any of:
- Perceived importance of the test
- Belief in success
- Current physical/mental state
- Influence of the tester
- Misleading items
- Specific abilities required (speed, dexterity, etc.)

Question 6

True or False: it is possible for intellectual abilities measured on intelligence tests to change throughout childhood.

Answer 6

True. Seems intuitive (haha) that a lot would impact these test scores on any given day.

Question 7

What 3 components make up Sternberg’s Triarchic Theory of Intelligence?

Answer 7

1. Componential (from IQ tests)
2. Contextual (street smarts)
3. Experiential (creativity, eureka moments)

Question 8

How does Gardner define his theory of multiple intelligences? What categories is this broken up into?

Answer 8

There’s a type of intelligence for just about anything! Some examples include: linguistic, logical, spatial, musical, kinesthetic, interpersonal, intrapersonal, naturalist, existential. (+magical?)