Charles Spearman

Definition

Charles Spearman was a British psychologist who pioneered the theory of general intelligence, often symbolized as 'g'. He proposed that this 'g' factor is responsible for overall intellectual functioning and cognitive abilities.

Related terms

Intelligence Quotient (IQ):

A numerical measure of a person's intelligence, determined by various standardized tests.

Two-Factor Theory of Intelligence:

This is Spearman's theory which suggests that every task requires a combination of a general ability ('g') and skills specific to the task ('s').

Cognitive Abilities:

These are brain-based skills we need to carry out any task from the simplest to the most complex. They include aspects such as learning, thinking, problem-solving, memory, and attention.