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Author Plucker, Jonathan A., 1969- author.

Title Intelligence 101 / Jonathan Plucker, PhD, Amber Esping, PhD.

Publication Info. New York : Springer Pub. Company, LLC, 2014.

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Description 1 online resource.
Series Psych 101
Psych 101 series.
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents Preface -- Why intelligence rocks -- Defining intelligence -- Origins of the study of intelligence : the case of galton -- The best of intentions : what goddard teaches us about the development of intelligence (and the rough and tumble world of science) -- Intelligence or intelligences? -- Nature or nurture? : what the flynn effect tells us about intelligence -- Creativity and giftedness -- Where is the study of intelligence heading? -- Recommended resources -- References.
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Summary Why does intelligence continue to fascinate us?; What is the difference between intelligence and intelligences?; What are some common beliefs about intelligence?; Where is the study of intelligence heading?. Intelligence has been among the most controversial constructs in all of the social sciences. The answer to the question What is intelligence has tremendous implications for how one views the relationships between mind, education, and society. Is intelligence one general trait or a host of multi-faceted abilities? Are racial and socioeconomic differences in intelligence evidence of nature o.
Subject Intellect.
PSYCHOLOGY -- Cognitive Psychology.
SCIENCE -- Cognitive Science.
Intellect. (OCoLC)fst00975732
Genre/Form Electronic books.
Added Author Esping, Amber.
Other Form: Print version: Plucker, Jonathan A., 1969- Intelligence 101 9780826111258 (DLC) 2013029360 (OCoLC)255902093
ISBN 9780826111265 (electronic bk.)
0826111262 (electronic bk.)
9780826111258
0826111254
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