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- What is intelligence?
- Is intelligence one general trait or a host of multi-faceted abilities?
- How are race and socioeconomics related to intelligence?
- Is intelligence a product of nature or nurture?
- Is intelligence organic or immutable?
This book addresses these questions and many more, as a welcome addition to the Psychology 101 series. With this book, Plucker provides a widely accessible introduction to the provocative and perplexing topic of human intelligence. He presents a vivid survey of the history of intelligence, and presents the best of the new research on new developments in intelligence theory. The chapters discuss the many implications for how leading researchers in the field view the relationships between the mind, education, and society.
The Psych 101 Series
Short, reader-friendly introductions to cutting-edge topics in psychology. With key concepts, controversial topics, and fascinating accounts of up-to-the-minute research, The Psych 101 Series is a valuable resource for all students of psychology and anyone interested in the field.