In:
Behavioral and Brain Sciences, Cambridge University Press (CUP), Vol. 21, No. 3 ( 1998-06), p. 399-407
Abstract:
Talents that selectively facilitate the acquisition of high
levels of skill are said to be present in some children but not others. The evidence for this includes biological correlates of
specific abilities, certain rare abilities in autistic savants, and the seemingly spontaneous emergence of exceptional abilities
in young children, but there is also contrary evidence indicating an absence of early precursors of high skill levels. An analysis of
positive and negative evidence and arguments suggests that differences in early experiences, preferences, opportunities,
habits, training, and practice are the real determinants of excellence.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
0140-525X
,
1469-1825
DOI:
10.1017/S0140525X9800123X
Language:
English
Publisher:
Cambridge University Press (CUP)
Publication Date:
1998
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1481789-5
detail.hit.zdb_id:
423721-3
SSG:
7,11
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