When
is Charlie Gordon most smart?
When
is Charlie Gordon most smart?
Introduction
The intellectual world needs your help. Controversy abounds regarding Charlie Gordon and his intelligence. You are a psychologist and have been asked to review his case and provide a synopsis of your ideas and opinions.
Task
Write a synopsis (persuasive essay) regarding Charlie and his intelligence level.
Process
1. First, browse through the resources below all relating to intelligence. Become familiar with mental retardation, IQ, and EQ before reading .
2. Next, you must read Charlie's progress reports. As you read, you must consider at which intelligence situation he is most smart, knowing that there is more than one way to interpret intelligence.
3. After you finish reading his progress reports, compose an opinion statement and facts/reasons to support it.
4. Plan your synopsis in outline form; collect examples from the reports to use in your writing.
5. Complete the rest of the writing process as directed, and turn in your synopsis on the due date.
Resources
Estimated IQs of some of the Greatest Geniuses
Introduction to Mental Retardation
Genetic Causes of Mental Retardation
Indicators of Emotional Intelligence
Evaluation
See the rubric which explains what will be considered as you earn credit for this class.
Conclusion
Thanks for your help! Your opinion and ideas about Charlie Gordon has quieted the controversy regarding his intelligence. You should consider to question this idea and continue to reflect on the meaning of the words smart, dumb, and stupid.
