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Understanding Psychology Book Cover Image
Understanding Psychology, 6/e
Robert S. Feldman, University of Massachusetts, Amherst

Intelligence

Selected Rethink Answers

1. Aptitude is defined as the measure of an individual's ability in a particular area. Achievement is a measure of what a person has learned. Job interviews are designed to address both of these areas. Applicants who are hired because of these interview criteria and then are capable on the job would confirm the validity of the interview methods, the interviews assess what they're intended to. If this arrangement worked repeatedly with job applicants, it would be considered a reliable hiring practice.

3. Full inclusion for:

Students with retardation

Advantages:

  • social integration
  • Role models
  • Programs provide a challenge

Disadvantages:

  • Frustration that they can't keep up with peers
  • Risk of social isolation

Students without mental retardation

Advantages:

  • Increasing awareness of the heterogeneous nature of the human race
  • Development of empathy
  • Peer tutoring may help them better understand materials themselves

Disadvantages:

  • Take extra time in class
  • Can be disruptive