Discussion 5

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This week we covered chapter 10 (language). The assignment is (Discussion post) about 250 -500 words (you don’t have to write a reference, if you do, please use the one I have uploaded)

How would you describe the general intelligence factor, "g"?  Discuss the importance of nature (biology) and nurture (environment) in determining "g" (support your response with evidence from the readings).  How can you define rational thinking?  Do you believe rational thinking is part of "g"?  Why or why not based on the readings this week?  How can rational thinking be tested?

Note:

1. 250 to 500 words

2. I have uploaded chapter 12 and 13 from the book “Cognition: Exploring the science of the mind” + 2 articles "The Assessment of Rational Thinking: IQ≠RQ" and "The General Intelligence Factor”.

3. Please check the (Rubrics)

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Awarded

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Criteria

Primary Post addresses few, if any, aspects of the assignment, and demonstrates

little to no

understanding

of the subject

matter.

Primary Post indicates that you may not have paid attention to the assignment’s Instructions or subject matter. The ideas presented in the post are not original or supported by course material. The post is largely

Based on your personal opinion and experiences.

Primary Post addresses most of the aspects of the assignment. The ideas presented in the post demonstrate some understanding of the academic subject matter. Your post is supported by incomplete, or anecdotal evidence.

Your positing addresses all aspects of the assignment. The ideas presented in

The post demonstrates a thoughtful consideration of the academic subject matter. Your post is Supported by strong evidence from the course material.