This volume shows how modern theories of intelligence can be applied directly in classrooms for the education of children. Takes an international approach refecting both American and European perspectives.

This text shows how theories of intelligence can be directly applied by educators to the teaching of subject matter. The focus is not on modifying students' intelligence but on increasing their disciplinary knowledge and understanding.

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