Wisdom, intelligence, and creativity synthesized - Sternberg, Robert J. (Cambridge University Press, 2003)
Includes bibliographical references (pages 189-214) and index
pt. I. Intelligence. Background work on intelligence -- The theory of successful intelligence -- pt. II. Creativity. Background work on creativity -- The investment theory of creativity as a decision -- The Propulsion theory of creative contributions -- pt. III. Wisdom. Background work on wisdom -- The Balance theory of wisdom -- pt. IV. Synthesis. WICS: the relations among intelligence, creativity, and wisdom
Sternberg argues that any serious understanding of intelligence must go beyond the standard paper and pencil tests currently in use. Understanding one's intellectual shortcomings, and learning how to overcome, is as important as developing one's strengths