Intelligence and Intelligence Testing

by Hattie; John

• ISBN13: 9780415600927
• ISBN10: 0415600928
• Format: Nonspecific Binding
• Copyright: 2011-04-05
• Publisher: Routledge

Summary

Praise for Visible Learning by John Hattie'The Holy Grail of Educational research'-Times Educational Supplement"Visible Learning is the definitive book on sorting out the effectivenessof teaching strategies - a must read for those who want to improveteaching and learning."- Michael FullanHave you ever wondered what IQ is and how it is measured? Indeed, why is there such a premium placed on high IQ? What do we mean by intelligence? What is your IQ? What does your IQ score mean?There can be no denying the enduring appeal of IQ over the last century. Indeed it is probably one of the most misunderstood yet highly researched psychological constructs ever. Such has been the controversy surrounding this topic that it is difficult to distinguish fact from fiction. The primary aim of Intelligence and Intelligence Testing is to provide a balanced and accurate account of this controversial psychological construct, discussing the history and current status of the research on intelligence and providing an overview of its development, measurement and use.The recent global interest in IQ tested via an interactive television show has led to millions completing IQ tests and the live shows are among some of the top rated programs in about 20 nations, and the authors' own fascinating experiences as consultants for the New Zealand version of 'Test the Nation' are included. From Galton, Spearman and Binet to the relatively recent controversy caused by the research of Hernstein and Murray this important book reviews the history, the major and current developments, and makes a major claim about the importance today of "problem solving on demand" as one of the key components of today's notions of intelligence.Chapters include coverage of:-Intelligence and schoolingCultural differences in views of intelligenceThe history of IQ testingIQ as predictor of educational and occupational outcomesPsychometrics and measurement of intelligenceThe future of intelligence researchWritten in a clear and accessible style, this textbook will be invaluable for all undergraduate and Masters level students studying the theory of intelligence and the impact of testing on educational and other outcomes. Detailed and annotated further reading lists and a glossary of terms are also included.

Author Biography

Richard B. Fletcher is Senior Lecturer in the School of Psychology at Massey University, New Zealand. John Hattie is Professor of Education at the University of Melbourne, Australia, and Director of the Visible Learning Research Lab.

Table of Contents

List of illustrations	p. vii
Preface	p. ix
What is intelligence?	p. 1
The brief and sometimes dirty history of intelligence and IQ tests	p. 13
Why do we care about intelligence?	p. 31
The measurement of intelligence	p. 39
The development of an IQ test	p. 51
Test the Nation: The New Zealand IQ Test television programme	p. 63
Profile of a nation	p. 69
The future of intelligence	p. 79
Appendix	p. 87
Glossary	p. 99
References	p. 103
Index	p. 107
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