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Sternberg, Robert J. – Learning, 1989
Standardized tests which measure a narrow span of intelligence unfairly penalize students whose strengths don't fall within that range. Three kinds of intelligence (analytical, creative, practical) are discussed. Sternberg's Triarchic Abilities Test, currently being test-piloted, assesses all three aspects of intelligence in contrast to current…
Descriptors: Accountability, Cognitive Processes, Creativity, Elementary Secondary Education
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Direct linkMcDaniel, Michael A.; Whetzel, Deborah L. – Intelligence, 2005
[Gottfredson, L. S. (2003). Dissecting practical intelligence theory: Its claims and evidence. Intelligence, 31, 343-397.] provided a detailed critique of Sternberg's [Sternberg, R. J., Fotsythe, G. B., Hedlund, J., Horvath, J. A., Wagner, R. K., Williams, W. M., Snook, S. A., Grigorenko, E. L. (2000). Practical intelligence in everyday life. New…
Descriptors: Individual Testing, Test Format, Test Items, Personnel Selection
Download full textDe Lisi, Richard – 1980
A review of the basic information on intelligence testing as a schooling practice is presented, including a discussion of what intelligence is and three psychological approaches to studying intelligence (psychometric, behavioristic, and developmental). All intelligence tests derived from the psychometric approach are standardized and…
Descriptors: Ability Grouping, Educational Practices, Elementary Secondary Education, Intelligence
