How Can We Teach Intelligence?.

Sternberg, Robert J.

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Publication Date: 1984

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How Can We Teach Intelligence?

Sternberg, Robert J.

Educational Leadership, v42 n1 p38-48 Sep 1984

Intelligence is here defined in terms of component processes, and three programs are reviewed that train aspects of intelligence as specified by this theory: Feuerstein's "Instrumental Enrichment," Lipman's "Philosophy for Children," and the "Chicago Mastery Learning" program. Central suggestions are provided for adopting an appropriate thinking skills training program. (TE)

Descriptors: Cognitive Ability, Cognitive Development, Critical Thinking, Educational Strategies, Elementary Secondary Education, Intellectual Development, Intelligence, Intelligence Tests, Logical Thinking, Mastery Learning, Program Descriptions, Program Design

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