Conscious Processes and Intelligence (with Richard Nisbett)
Clearer Thinking with Spencer Greenberg
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The Influence of Environment on Intelligence
This chapter examines the interplay between genetics and environment in shaping intelligence, particularly the role of upbringing and socioeconomic status. It critiques 'The Bell Curve' and presents evidence that environmental factors, like education and community background, significantly affect cognitive development. By exploring early childhood education and disparities in verbal exposure, the chapter underscores the potential for positive changes in children's intellectual outcomes through supportive environments.
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