Street Smarts, writing homework help

  • Read “Cultural explorations of human intelligence around the world” (Sternberg (2002). 
  • Select a famous person (or fictional character) who you believe epitomizes successful intelligence as outlined in the textbook and assigned readings. 
    • Choose and describe specific characteristics or behaviors of this person that support your selection with regard to analytical, creative, and practical abilities.
  • Explain how both nature and nurture (including social and cultural factors) may have played a role in the development of this individual’s intelligence. 
  • Read “Chapter 1:  In a nutshell” (pp. 3-24) and “Chapter 10:  Assessment in context:  The alternative to standardized testing” (pp. 167-192).
  • Relate whether the theory of multiple intelligences might better characterize your selected individual.
  • Predict whether this person would do well on a standard intelligence test, based on what you have read.  Give examples of alternate means of measuring intelligence.
  • Remember to use your own academic voice and apply in-text citationsappropriately throughout your post.