Answers Quote by Robert Sternberg
“Current intelligence-testing practices require examinees to answer but not to pose questions. In requiring only the answering of questions, these tests are missing a vital half of intelligence- the asking of questions...”
About This Quote
Source Academic: Intelligence Research Review, 1995
Intelligence includes both answering and asking questions; current tests miss the questioning half.
In simple terms: Intelligence = answering + asking.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate curiosity and questioning.
Themes
intelligence
creativity
inquiry
Mood
analytical
thought‑provoking
Type
educational
theoretical
When to use this quote
- classroom teaching
- interview techniques
- innovation workshops
Key Concepts
cognitive psychology
education theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How can assessments better capture questioning ability?
- What habits foster better questioning?
A Different Perspective
Testing may still favor rote knowledge.
