Homework: Child Psychology
In this module, you were introduced to intelligence in childhood and intelligence testing. In this homework, you will explore these topics further by answering the following five questions:
i. How do you define intelligence?
ii. Can intelligence be measured in children? Why or why not?
iii. Should intelligence be measured in children? Why or why not?
iv. Read more about the Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scales and see example questions. Then read more about the Wechsler Intelligence Scales and see example questions. What are some of the pros and cons of using these tests to measure children's intelligence?
v. As you learned, Gardner believes that people have multiple intelligences. Take one or both of the following free assessments that helps to determine your strongest intelligences:
o Your Strengths
o Multiple Intelligences & Learning Styles Test
What were your results? Did you agree with your results? What are some of the pros and cons of using these types of tests to measure children's intelligences?
Format your homework according to the following formatting requirements:
i) The answer should be typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, with one-inch margins on all sides.
ii) The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
iii) Also include a reference page. The Citations and references must follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.