Cognition and Intelligence

Cognition and Intelligence

1. Cognition

   • The academic study of how we use our brains to think
     • Problem solving
       • Algorithms
         • Set of instructions for solving a problem
       • Insight
         • Sudden flash of inspiration
       • Trial and Error
         • Think possible solutions and try them

2. Intelligence

   • General intelligence that enables us to develop the skills we need in our particular environment and context
   • Multiple Intelligences
     • Linguistic
       • Logical-mathematical
         • Musical
           • Spatial
             • Bodily-kinesthetic
               • Interpersonal
                 • Intrapersonal
                   • Naturalist
                     • Understand the environment
                   • Ability to communicate and have relationships
                 • Understand emotions and motivations
               • The control of your own body
             • Ability to visual places
           • Ability to read, compose and make music
         • Ability to think logically
       • Ability to use and analyse language