Intelligent Insights on Intelligence Theories and Tests (aka IQ's Corner)

An attempt to share contemporary research findings, insights, musings, and discussions regarding theories and applied measures of human intelligence. In other words, a quantoid linear mind trying to make sense of the nonlinear world of human cognitive abilities.

Friday, May 17, 2013

Article: Complexity in Searching for the Neural Code

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Complexity in Searching for the Neural Code http://jonlieffmd.com/blog/complexity-in-searching-for-the-neural-code Sent via Flipboard

Video tutorial: Estimating latent WISC-IV and WAIS-IV scores for individuals--Dr. Joel Schneider

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Dr. Joel Schneider has done it again.  A brilliant video tutorial demonstrating how latent factor sc...

Article: Could a brain scan tell you how smart you are? Research shows intelligence linked to strength of neural connections

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Could a brain scan tell you how smart you are? Research shows intelligence linked to strength of neural connections http://www.dailymail.co....
Thursday, May 16, 2013

Article: Shocks to the Brain Improve Mathematical Abilities

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Shocks to the Brain Improve Mathematical Abilities http://www.scientificamerican.com/article.cfm?id=shocks-to-the-brain-improve-mathematical...

Article: Brain Science Upstages DSM-V, So-Called Mental Health 'Bible'

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Brain Science Upstages DSM-V, So-Called Mental Health 'Bible' http://abcnews.go.com/Health/b...
Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Update to Flynn Effect MR/ID Capital Punishment Archive Project (v10; 5-15-13)

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I am pleased to announce a long overdue update to the Flynn Effect MR/ID Capital Punishment Archi...

Picture: Brain grows till early 20s!

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Brain grows till early 20s! http://twitter.com/JNNP_BMJ/status/334611111167029248/photo/1 Sent via Flipboard
Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Article: A Randomized Controlled Trial of Cognitive Training Using a Visual Speed of Processing Intervention in Middle Aged and Older Adults

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A Randomized Controlled Trial of Cognitive Training Using a Visual Speed of Processing Intervention in Middle Aged and Older Adults http://w...
Sunday, May 12, 2013

Article: Visualizing the Connectome : Neuroskeptic

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Visualizing the Connectome : Neuroskeptic http://blogs.discovermagazine.com/neuroskeptic/2013/05/12/visualizing-the-connectome/ Sent via Fli...
Saturday, May 11, 2013

Article: Why the Fuss Over the D.S.M.-5?

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Why the Fuss Over the D.S.M.-5? http://www.nytimes.com/2013/05/12/opinion/sunday/why-the-fuss-over-the-dsm-5.html

Article Alert : The roles of cognitive and motivational predictors in explaining school achievement in elementary school

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The roles of cognitive and motivational predictors in explaining school achievement in elementary school Weber, Heike S.; Lu, Liping; Shi, ...

Article Alert: Self-efficacy and academic achievement: Why do implicit beliefs, goals, and effort regulation matter?

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Self-efficacy and academic achievement: Why do implicit beliefs, goals, and effort regulation matter? Komarraju, Meera; Nadler, Dustin Lea...

The Getting of Wisdom: Fluid Intelligence Does Not Drive Knowledge Acquisition

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The Getting of Wisdom: Fluid Intelligence Does Not Drive Knowledge Acquisition Christensen, Helen; Batterham, Philip J.; Mackinnon, Andrew ...

Digit reversal in children’s writing: A simple theory and its empirical validation

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Digit reversal in children's writing: A simple theory and its empirical validation Fischer, Jean-Paul Journal of Experimental Child Ps...

he language of mathematics: Investigating the ways language counts for children’s mathematical development

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The language of mathematics: Investigating the ways language counts for children's mathematical development Vukovic, Rose K.; Lesaux, N...
Friday, May 10, 2013

Article: Former University of Minnesota president receives Peabody Distinguished Alumnus Award

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Congrats to my doctoral mentor and long time friend. One of the all time best professionals  Former University of Minnesota president receiv...

Article: Standardized Tests - ProCon.org

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Standardized Tests - ProCon.org http://standardizedtests.procon.org/#News Sent via Flipboard
Wednesday, May 08, 2013

Article: Release Notes for NIF 5.0

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Release Notes for NIF 5.0 http://neuinfo.org/about/release_notes_5.0.shtm Sent via Flipboard
Tuesday, May 07, 2013

Article: What Is Working Memory and Why Does It Matter? | Executive Function

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What Is Working Memory and Why Does It Matter? | Executive Function http://www.ncld.org/types-learning-disabilities/executive-function-disor...

Article: Estimating Latent Scores in Individuals

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Estimating Latent Scores in Individuals http://assessingpsyche.wordpress.com/2013/05/07/estimating-latent-scores-in-individuals/ Sent via Fl...
Monday, May 06, 2013

Article: Anscombe's quartet

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Anscombe's quartet http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anscombe%27s_quartet Sent via Flipboard

Article: A contextualized view on long-term predictors of academic performance.

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A contextualized view on long-term predictors of academic performance. http://psycnet.apa.org/journals/edu/105/2/436 Sent via Flipboard

Article: A meta-analysis of the efficacy of teaching mathematics with concrete manipulatives.

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A meta-analysis of the efficacy of teaching mathematics with concrete manipulatives. http://psycnet.apa.org/journals/edu/105/2/380 Sent via ...

Article: Complex problem solving in educational contexts—Something beyond g: Concept, assessment, measurement invariance, and construct validity.

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Complex problem solving in educational contexts—Something beyond g: Concept, assessment, measurement invariance, and construct validity. htt...
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