Description
| Product ID: | 9781316607978 |
| Product Form: | Paperback / softback |
| Country of Manufacture: | GB |
| Title: | Adaptive Intelligence |
| Subtitle: | Surviving and Thriving in Times of Uncertainty |
| Authors: | Author: Robert J. Sternberg |
| Page Count: | 250 |
| Subjects: | Cognition and cognitive psychology, Cognition & cognitive psychology |
| Description: | Select Guide Rating A world-renowned expert on human intelligence argues that societies continue to use a flawed, early twentieth-century conception of human intelligence. Instead of focusing on narrow academic skills, we should adopt the values of 'adaptive intelligence,' defined as the use of talent in service of the common good. Adaptive Intelligence is a dramatic reappraisal and reframing of the concept of human intelligence. In a sweeping analysis, Robert J. Sternberg argues that we are using a fatally-flawed, outdated conception of intelligence; one which may promote technological advancement, but which has also accelerated climate change, pollution, the use of weaponry, and inequality. Instead of focusing on the narrow academic skills measured by standardized tests, societies should teach and assess adaptive intelligence, defined as the use of collective talent in service of the common good. This book describes why the outdated notion of intelligence persists, what adaptive intelligence is, and how it could lead humankind on a more positive path. |
| Imprint Name: | Cambridge University Press |
| Publisher Name: | Cambridge University Press |
| Country of Publication: | GB |
| Publishing Date: | 2021-02-04 |
