HDFS 2950 Lecture Notes - Lecture 22: Metalinguistic Awareness, Dynamic Assessment, Theory Of Multiple Intelligences
20 Sep 2016
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Heredity accounts for about half of individual differences in iq. It does not explain the complex processes through which genes and experience influence intelligence. Adoption research confirms that heredity and environment jointly contribute to iq. Evidence suggests that poverty severely depresses intelligence of ethnic minority children. Generational gains in iq (flynn effect) challenge assumption that ethnic group variations are genetic. Collaborative vs. hierarchical style of communication between many ethnic minority parents and children. Effect of stereotype threat fear of being judged on basis of negative stereotype. Static assessments underestimate how well children can do after adult assistance. Is a form of testing in which adult introduces purposeful teaching into testing situation. Is consistent with vygotsky"s zone of proximal development. Reveals what a child can attain with social support. Children grasp double meanings, appreciate riddles and puns. Children can adapt to needs of listeners in challenging communicative situations. Ability to evaluate clarity of others" messages improves.
