Interesting psychology papers on being ‘book smart’ versus ‘genuine smart’! Book smart’s are educated in schools/universities, tuitions, books. Reasonably intelligent. Those with little/no academic backgrounds have high intelligence, as well. They aren’t book smart. Intelligence is a trait we’re born with, part our genetic make-up. Types of intelligence:
- Logical-mathematical (intelligent about numbers, reasoning)
- Naturalist (intelligent about nature)
- Musical (intelligent about sound)
- Interpersonal (emotional intelligence)
- Existential (life intelligence)
- Linguistic (intelligent use of words)
- Bodily-kinesthetic (physical intelligence)
- Intra-personal (awareness of self)
- Spatial (intelligent understanding of symbols, spaces, compositions)
Book smart people list facts, data. Don’t necessarily have deeper comprehensions, ideas, interpretation of topics. Do well at analytics, quizzes, may struggle with complexity. Book smart’s generally rely on tested frameworks, known strategies.
Naturally intelligent people could have a gifted ability – scientific, languages, abstract concepts. Trust instincts, innovation, learn from real life experiences rather than books. Often creatively smart, seek alternative ways of working, fresh perspectives, solutions.
A beautiful blend of both world’s would be terrific!