6-1 Discussion: Social and Cultural
IQ Influence
Historically, research on the determinants of intelligence
quotient (IQ) has led to many questions: Is IQ fixed or fluid? Is
IQ an innate quality of the human brain or do intelligence tests
define IQ? If testing defines IQ, does this mean that changes in
intelligence testing will result in changes in IQ? In your initial
post, utilize the module resources and your own research to
explain whether you believe IQ to be fixed or fluid and what you
believe to be the most valid predictors of IQ and why. Applying
a holistic lens, clearly state what you believe are the
biopsychosocial implications of viewing IQ as something that
is unchangeable or as a product of learning, experience, and
development.
To complete this assignment, review the Discussion Rubric.