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  • Psychology
  • Sociology
  • Environmental Science

Background:

  • The Anthropocene epoch presents complex societal and environmental crises.
  • Traditional definitions of intellectual abilities may be insufficient to address these challenges.
  • There is a need to advance theories of higher-order abilities to promote equity and inclusion.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To re-envision intelligence by integrating intersectional identities.
  • To challenge traditional measures of intelligence in psychology and other disciplines.
  • To explore what it means to be intelligent in a diverse global context.

Main Methods:

  • Conceptual analysis of intelligence theories.
  • Integration of intersectionality and diverse ways of knowing.
  • Examination of positionality and cultural context in intelligence.

Main Results:

  • Traditional intelligence frameworks may not adequately capture the abilities needed for Anthropocene challenges.
  • Intersectional identities significantly impact the understanding of intelligence.
  • Recognizing diverse ways of knowing is essential for a more inclusive definition of intelligence.

Conclusions:

  • A broadened, inclusive definition of intelligence is necessary to address global crises.
  • Future research should incorporate intersectionality and diverse epistemologies.
  • Re-envisioning intelligence offers opportunities for more equitable and effective problem-solving.