IQ: "a simple way to describe intelligence by assigning it a number that represents the ratio of mental to chronological age, multiplied by 100. Average IQ is therefore 100 and is based on a comparison between an individuals performance and that of comparable people."
In this class the most interesting thing we discussed for me was the common myths associated with a person's IQ.
1. IQ doesn't measure some mysterious quality, rather it is simply a measurement of performance on a test.
2. A person's IQ is not a constant variable, rather it is always changing.
3. IQ tests measure the only important variable worth testing. IQ doesn't determine key concepts.
4. Your IQ is impartial. However we know every test has its imperfections r bias.
This draws attention to the value in IQ testing, especially that done on children. Is a standardized test like an IQ test plausible for children? To me it seems a bit unappropriate. As children in Western society we are already subjected to expectations in our personal, acedemic and mental standing. The first time I remember having this pressure placed on myself is as early as grade six. If it was beginning that early for me, I'm sure in elementary schools it's beginning earlier now. It is wrong to place these tests on a child whose biggest concern should be who they're going to play with at recess or what they're going to have for supper that night. That's where I stand.
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