His theory is mostly based on observing yale graduate students. Introduction to the symposium on the application of theory and. Analytical componential creative experiential practical contextual sternbergs theory builds on his earlier componential approach to reasoning. Robert sternbergs triarchic theory of intelligence componential intelligence experiential intelligence creative ability analytical ability ability to formulate new ideas, to combine seemingly unrelated facts or information. The triarchic theory of intelligence describes the relationship between intelligence and an individuals inner life through the components of the mental processes that are involved in thinking. This report describes four projects that apply robert j. This short paper analyzes the components of sternbergs triarchic theory of intelligence and assesses its applicability to psychotherapy.
Sternberg s triarchic theory of intelligence was a revolutionary approach to human intelligence which took into account much more than empirical data. Mental maps as a strategy in the development of successful. The triarchic theory is comprised of three subtheories, each of which relates to a specific kind of intelligence. Intelligence is not, as edwin boring 1923 once suggested. Pdf sternbergs triarchic theory of intelligence aron.
The indepently derived similarities in their gross structure lend weight to some triarchic view. Sternbergs triarchic theory of intelligence exploring. The triarchic theory of intelligence or three forms of intelligence was formulated by robert. Ability to think abstractly, process information effectively contextual intelligence practical ability. Sternberg, 1997, 1998a, 1999c theory of successful intelligence. The triarchic theory of intelligence is based on a broader definition of intelligence than is typically used. The executive process that you use to plan, control, and evaluate the solutions to problems or tasks. Sternberg s 1987 componential subtheory is presented in this study as a theory of intelligence because it describes the various cognitive processes underlying problem solving. The theory of successful intelligence, one such model, provides a basis for identification. Article information, pdf download for the theory of successful intelligence as a.
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