Public learning track
Extremes of Intelligence: Disability and Giftedness
8 lessons
Goal
Describe the diagnostic criteria, cognitive profiles, and educational supports associated with intellectual disability and intellectual giftedness.
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Standards Covered
- SS.912.P.13.3Florida Social Studies Standards · Social Studies · Grade 5 (target) · Grade 5Describe the extremes of intelligence.
- SS.912.P.13.8Florida Social Studies Standards · Social Studies · Grade 5 (target) · Grade 5Discuss the influences of biological, cultural, and environmental factors on intelligence.
- SS.912.P.13.7Florida Social Studies Standards · Social Studies · Grade 5 (target) · Grade 5Discuss issues related to the consequences of intelligence testing.
- SS.912.P.13.5Florida Social Studies Standards · Social Studies · Grade 5 (target) · Grade 5Identify current methods of assessing human abilities.
Curriculum Framework
9th Grade · Social Studies · US-FL-SS
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8 lessons
History and Misuse of Intelligence Testing
Examine the historical origins, theoretical debates, and past social misuses of intelligence assessments.
2
8 lessons
Psychometric Principles: Reliability and Validity
Evaluate the statistical concepts of standardization, reliability, and validity in measuring cognitive abilities.
3
8 lessons
Contemporary Methods of Ability Assessment
Identify and distinguish modern clinical, educational, and neuropsychological instruments for assessing diverse human capabilities.
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8 lessons
Extremes of Intelligence: Disability and Giftedness
Describe the diagnostic criteria, cognitive profiles, and educational supports associated with intellectual disability and intellectual giftedness.
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8 lessons
Biological and Environmental Influences on Intelligence
Analyze the complex interplay between genetic heritage, neurobiology, and environmental contexts in the development of intelligence.
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8 lessons
Social Consequences, Ethics, and Test Fairness
Critically analyze institutional tracking, labeling effects, stereotype threat, and ethical guidelines governing intelligence assessment.