CHILD DEVELOPMENT PEDAGOGY

GROWTH DEVELOPMENT CHILD

MEASUREMENT OF INTELLIGENCE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which individual proposed a 2 factor theory, including the s factor and g factor?
A
Sternberg
B
Spearman
C
Gardner
D
Binet
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Charles Spearman developed his two-factor theory of intelligence using factor analysis. His research not only led him to develop the concept of the g factor of general intelligence, but also the s factor of specific intellectual abilities.

Detailed explanation-2: -The “g” factor is linked to the general ability, while the “s” factor is linked to the specific ability. The “g” factor reflects the capability of a person in doing the general mental ability tasks, and the “s” factor is responsible for recognizing the specific abilities of a person.

Detailed explanation-3: -Spearman’s Two-Factor Theory: The English psychologist, Charles Spearman (1863-1945), in 1904 proposed his theory of intelligence called two-factor theory. According to him intellectual abilities are comprised of two factors, namely; the general ability known as G-factor and specific Abilities known as S-factors.

Detailed explanation-4: -The two-factor theory is a concept that states the factors that affect an individual’s satisfaction and motivation level. These two factors are: Job satisfaction (affective/hygiene) Job dissatisfaction (motivational)

Detailed explanation-5: -Therefore, Spearman’s Two Factor Theory is also known as eclectic theory.

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