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Understanding Sternberg's Triarchic Intelligence

May 8, 2025

Sternberg's Triarchic Theory of Intelligence

Introduction

  • Concept of Intelligence
    • Questions arise: Is intelligence being good at math, being artistic, or navigating a new city?
    • Robert Sternberg's perspective: Intelligence is a measure of everyday performance.

Three Types of Intelligence

  1. Analytical Intelligence (Componential Intelligence)

    • Definition: Ability to problem-solve, analyze information, and complete academic tasks.
    • Often referred to someone who is "book smart."
  2. Creative Intelligence (Experiential Intelligence)

    • Definition: Ability to use existing knowledge to handle new situations.
    • Involves strong insight, big imagination, and the capability to generate new ideas.
  3. Practical Intelligence (Contextual Intelligence)

    • Definition: Ability to adapt to the real world and changing situations; commonly known as "common sense" or "street smarts."

Key Points

  • Sternberg emphasizes that most individuals possess all three types of intelligence to varying degrees.

Recap

  • Analytical Intelligence: Problem-solving abilities.
  • Creative Intelligence: Application of existing knowledge to novel situations.
  • Practical Intelligence: Adaptability and common sense in the real world.
  • Every individual has these intelligences in different proportions.