Lammel A, Guillén GE

Language: Spanish
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ABSTRACT

Several studies in psychology point out that western conception of intelligence are not shared by other cultures (Dasen, 1985; Grigorenko, 2001). Our research conducted in France (Paris) and Mexico (Monterrey) analyze for the first time the children conceptualization of intelligence in these countries. We consider that, even if the concept of intelligence is transmitted in both countries through western education, we should perceive different conceptions of intelligence since they hold highly different eco-cultural systems (Brofrenbrenner, 1979) and ways of thinking (Hofstede, 2005; Lammel y Kozakai, 2005; Triandis, 1995). Trough an association task and an open-ended questionnaire we studied children’s conceptions of intelligence in the above mentioned countries (French children n=50, M=9.63; Mexican children n=50, M=9.4). Results confirm our predictions; the concept of intelligence is organized in significantly different WAYS not only at a semantic level but also at a structural one. Results are discussed in light of relevant literature.

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