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Brody, Nathan – Intelligence, 1998
Discusses the contributions of Arthur Jensen to the study of intelligence and considers his writings on the topic of racial differences in scores on tests of intelligence. Concludes with a discussion of his work on the correlates of the "g" vector (general intelligence factor). (Author/SLD)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Genetics, Intelligence, Nature Nurture Controversy
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Vernon, Philip A. – Intelligence, 1998
Describes Arthur Jensen's contributions to the study of general intelligence ("g"). His research has led to studies of genetic intelligence and speed of cognitive processing and the study of biological correlates of "g." (SLD)
Descriptors: Biological Influences, Cognitive Processes, Genetics, Intelligence
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Bouchard, Thomas J., Jr. – Intelligence, 1998
Reviews the work of Arthur Jensen, noting his extensive bibliography and characterizing his work as an extension of the British Biological-Theoretical Tradition. Proposes a new definition of "Jensenism" based on the Jansenist heresy. (SLD)
Descriptors: Biological Influences, Cognitive Processes, Genetics, Intelligence
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Kaufman, Alan S. – Intelligence, 1998
Redefines "Jensenism" in terms of the personal qualities and beliefs that have made Jensen a researcher of note, including tackling controversial topics with empiricism. Illustrates these aspects of "Jensenism" by recounting personal experiences with Jensen and his research. (SLD)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Genetics, Intelligence, Nature Nurture Controversy
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Nettelbeck, Ted – Intelligence, 1998
Reviews the chronometric research conducted by Arthur Jensen and what it has done to support the idea of a correlation between various composite reaction-time variables and IQ tests. Discusses the importance of Jensen's work in the exploration of general intelligence. (SLD)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Correlation, Genetics, Intelligence