Wisdom, Intelligence, and Creativity Synthesized

This book presents the first and only synthesized theory of intelligence, creativity, and wisdom.

Robert J. Sternberg (Author)

9780521802383, Cambridge University Press

Hardback, published 6 October 2003

246 pages
22.9 x 15.2 x 1.7 cm, 0.53 kg

"Sternberg's engaging writing style and his references to cross-cultural examples and contemporary events will help readers understand such complex topics as the 'explicit' and 'implicit' aspects of his topics' interrelationships. He closes this admirable book by describing how wisdom-related skills can be included in school curricula; the case he makes in a time 'plagued with conflict aand turmoil' is hard to refute. Highly recommended." Choice

In Wisdom, Intelligence, and Creativity Synthesized, Sternberg reviews and summarizes the best research available on human intelligence. He argues that any serious understanding of intelligence must go beyond the standard paper and pencil tests currently in use. In addition to analytical and quantitative abilities, a theory of intelligence must take account of peoples' creative abilities - their ability to go beyond given information and imagine new and exciting ways of reformulating old problems. It must also take into account peoples' ability to weigh options carefully and act prudently. Understanding one's own intellectual shortcomings, and learning how to overcome, is as important as developing one's strengths. Sternberg develops a vision of human intelligence that is far more nuanced and accurate than anything previously offered. Wisdom, Intelligence and Creativity Synthesized will be essential reading for psychologists, cognitive scientists, educators, and organizational researchers.

Preface
Part I. Intelligence: 1. Background work on intelligence
2. The theory of successful intelligence
Part II. Creativity: 3. Background work on creativity
4. The investment theory of creativity as a decision
5. The propulsion theory of creative contributions
Part III. Wisdom: 6. Background work on wisdom
7. The balance theory of wisdom
Part IV. Synthesis: 8. WICS: the relations among intelligence, creativity, and wisdom
References
Author index
Subject index.

Subject Areas: Intelligence & reasoning [JMRN], Cognition & cognitive psychology [JMR]