On the one hand, intelligence assessment seeks to measure a person's general cognitive capacity, using instruments that do not require specific prior knowledge. On the other hand, knowledge tests seek to determine how much an individual knows about a particular subject. An appropriate approach to assessing intelligence might be to identify special educational needs in a school setting, while a knowledge test can be applied for a specific technical certification.

• Matias Yañez

Intelligence testing attempts to measure the ability to think and reason compared to peers. Testing for knowledge tests for accumulated knowledge. They are inappropriate when used to exclude students from a program that furthers inequality, if the questions are culture bound, and if the use is racially motivated. They are appropriate if used to understand where a person is so that we are able to support their learning or to qualify them for special services. In researching the different tests, I reflected on how I had used them as a teacher and an administrator. One test that caught my eye is for the learner to know their preferred mode of learning and for the instructor to help to either develop that intelligence or to lead them to try learning in different modes to expand their learning about themselves:https://www.idrlabs.com/multiple-intelligences/test.php

• Kandace Williams

Differences between Testing Intelligence and Testing for Knowledge:

Testing Intelligence:

Nature: Intelligence tests assess cognitive abilities such as problem-solving, reasoning, and abstract thinking.
Focus: They measure innate potential and capacity to learn rather than acquired knowledge.
Examples: IQ tests like the Stanford-Binet or Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale (WAIS) are classic examples.
Appropriate Use: Useful for identifying intellectual strengths and weaknesses, guiding educational planning, or diagnosing cognitive impairments.
Inappropriate Use: Not suitable for assessing specific learned skills or subject mastery.
Testing for Knowledge:

Nature: Tests of knowledge evaluate specific information and skills acquired through learning.
Focus: They assess what individuals know within defined domains (e.g., history, math, language).
Examples: Exams in school subjects, professional certifications, or driving tests.
Appropriate Use: Ideal for evaluating mastery of curriculum, qualifying for specific roles, or assessing practical skills.
Inappropriate Use: Ineffective for gauging problem-solving abilities, creativity, or adaptability.
Example of an Intelligence Test:

An example of an intelligence test is the Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale (WAIS). This test is widely used to assess cognitive abilities in adults. It comprises several subtests that evaluate verbal comprehension, perceptual reasoning, working memory, and processing speed.

How the WAIS Works:

The WAIS involves tasks like solving puzzles, completing sequences, defining words, and arranging pictures in logical order.
Scores from these subtests are combined to derive an overall IQ score, indicating a person's intellectual abilities relative to their age group.
Strengths of the WAIS:

Comprehensive Assessment: It evaluates multiple aspects of intelligence, providing a nuanced profile of strengths and weaknesses.
Standardization: Scores are compared against a normative sample, offering a standardized measure of intelligence.
Predictive Validity: WAIS scores often correlate with academic and occupational success.
Weaknesses of the WAIS:

Cultural Bias: Some tasks may favor individuals from certain cultural or educational backgrounds.
Limited Scope: Does not capture all aspects of intelligence, such as creativity or emotional intelligence.
Static Measurement: Intelligence can evolve over time, but the WAIS is a snapshot of cognitive abilities at a specific point.
In summary, intelligence tests like the WAIS focus on innate cognitive abilities, providing valuable insights into intellectual potential. However, they have limitations and should be complemented by other forms of assessment to offer a holistic understanding of an individual's abilities and potential.

• User User

Intelligent Test is the IQ Test, in which there is ability assessment naturally. In this set there are commonsense questions about the world which hadn’t been taught at school
Knowledge test is the knowledge assessment, in which testing the knowledge people learn from school, internet.
In the intelligent test, there are maybe questions about nature things around us, for example: What color is the sky in the morning? (blue). What happen next when we see the dark clouds cover the sky? (Rain is coming).
They are maybe questions about experiences in daily life ….
As a form of assessment, intelligent test has an exact view of how smart a person. However, this form of assessment cannot show the person’s effectiveness of work or studying, as well as success in their lives.

• Thanh Tran Le Tra

This video demonstrates an intelligence test. In the first task, we need to arrange images in order of sequence, meaning, or time of actions to construct a coherent story. In the second task, from the small characters shown, we need to assemble the character previously depicted. (16) 8.05 - Primjeri zadataka testova inteligencije - YouTube @Gabrijela Jakovac,

• Gabrijela Jakovac

Differences between testing intelligence and testing for knowledge are quite substantial. When it comes to intelligence testing, the focus usually lies on measuring abstract reasoning, problem-solving abilities, perceptual speed, and similar cognitive faculties. On the flip side, knowledge testing aims to assess specific information or facts acquired by an individual, such as theories, procedures, or historical events.

Determining the appropriateness of each approach largely depends on the context. Intelligence testing proves valuable in situations where evaluating someone's capability for abstract thinking or problem-solving is paramount, such as in job selection assessments or admissions to educational programs demanding high cognitive abilities. Conversely, knowledge testing finds its utility in scenarios where assessing fundamental understanding of subject matter or specific information is crucial, like in end-of-module exams or course assessments.

However, it's important to acknowledge that each approach may have its limitations and drawbacks. For instance, relying solely on intelligence testing could be inappropriate as it overlooks other significant factors like motivation or emotional intelligence. Similarly, knowledge testing might fall short if it doesn't target relevant skills or fails to adapt to the practical context in which the knowledge will be applied. Hence, careful consideration of the assessment's goals and the assessment's context is imperative in choosing the appropriate approach.@Gabrijela Jakovac

• Gabrijela Jakovac

Differences between testing intelligence and testing for knowledge are quite substantial. When it comes to intelligence testing, the focus usually lies on measuring abstract reasoning, problem-solving abilities, perceptual speed, and similar cognitive faculties. On the flip side, knowledge testing aims to assess specific information or facts acquired by an individual, such as theories, procedures, or historical events.

Determining the appropriateness of each approach largely depends on the context. Intelligence testing proves valuable in situations where evaluating someone's capability for abstract thinking or problem-solving is paramount, such as in job selection assessments or admissions to educational programs demanding high cognitive abilities. Conversely, knowledge testing finds its utility in scenarios where assessing fundamental understanding of subject matter or specific information is crucial, like in end-of-module exams or course assessments.

However, it's important to acknowledge that each approach may have its limitations and drawbacks. For instance, relying solely on intelligence testing could be inappropriate as it overlooks other significant factors like motivation or emotional intelligence. Similarly, knowledge testing might fall short if it doesn't target relevant skills or fails to adapt to the practical context in which the knowledge will be applied. Hence, careful consideration of the assessment's goals and the assessment's context is imperative in choosing the appropriate approach.@Gabrijela Jakovac,@Gabrijela Jakovac,

• Gabrijela Jakovac

Testing intelligence and testing knowledge are like comparing apples and oranges in the world of assessments. Intelligence tests check out your brain's horsepower, like how well you solve problems or think abstractly. Knowledge tests, on the other hand, see what you've learned, like if you know the capital of France or how photosynthesis works. Intelligence tests throw puzzles and problems your way to see how you tackle them, while knowledge tests might quiz you on history or math. If you want to see how someone might handle new stuff or tricky situations, an intelligence test could be handy. But if you're curious about what someone's learned or how much they know about a certain topic, then a knowledge test is the way to go.

Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale (WAIS)
The WAIS is a widely used intelligence test designed to assess cognitive abilities in adults. It consists of various subtests that measure different aspects of intelligence, including verbal comprehension, perceptual reasoning, working memory, and processing speed. Tasks may involve solving puzzles, completing analogies, recalling information, and discerning patterns.

Strengths:
Provides a comprehensive assessment of various cognitive abilities.
Standardized administration and scoring allow for comparisons across individuals.
A reliable and valid measure of general intelligence.

Weaknesses:
Cultural bias may influence performance on certain subtests.
Results may be affected by factors such as test anxiety or unfamiliarity with testing formats.
Limited in capturing certain aspects of intelligence like creativity or emotional intelligence.

Intelligence testing, exemplified by the WAIS, offers valuable insights into cognitive abilities but should be used judiciously, considering its limitations and the broader context of an individual's capabilities.

• Ksenija Frelih

Testing intelligence and knowledge has a difference in terms of the purpose of its use. Testing intelligence aims to find out a person's cognitive abilities, and can usually be tested using general tests such as IQ tests, logical thinking tests and critical thinking tests. Whereas, testing knowledge aims to find out how much a person understands the subject studied, and can usually be tested with evaluation questions on the subject studied by the person.

• Ayu Lestari

According to what has been presented in the course so far, and following traditional views on the topic of assessment, testing for intelligence and testing for knowledge serve different purposes and are based on different educational philosophies and theories. Intelligence tests aim to evaluate cognitive abilities such as reasoning, problem-solving, memory, and the capacity to understand relationships. Knowledge tests are designed to assess a learner’s knowledge and retention of specific content taught in an educational program. Intelligence tests are less focused on curriculum content and more on how individuals process information and solve novel problems. Knowledge tests are focused on what content has been learned in a specific course or unit.
Both have a place and use, with intelligence tests being appropriate for identifying learning needs, cognitive strengths and weaknesses. As highlighted by Stephen Jay Gould, their original purpose was to assist in identifying special educational requirements. The appropriate use for knowledge tests would be to evaluate a learner's understanding of taught material, to inform teaching practice, and to provide feedback on students' progress.

I would like to also look at the comparison from a slightly different angle. The idea of testing intelligence would be to identify a person’s capacity to develop their intellectual brain. Testing for knowledge, on the other hand, would be to test what a person know’s about a certain topic or concept, what they have acquired about a subject area and are able to recall. The core difference between the two types of tests is the focus of assessment. The intelligence test should ideally work without the need for previous knowledge, while this is critically for a knowledge test. Having said this, because language (and I include visual language here) is so bound in cultural context, I would suggest it impossible to test intelligence without a level of basic knowledge in the culture that designed the test. This is to say, to understand language, we must understand the culture in which it is spoken. Trunk in America is used very differently from trunk in South Africa

However, a different interpretation of intelligence, is that, based on a person’s physical make-up, one would have a certain maximum capacity for intelligence. Howard Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligences identifies that has gained popularity identifies the following types of intelligence:
• Linguistic (word smart)
• Logical-mathematical (number/reasoning smart)
• Special (picture smart)
• Bodily-kinesthetic (body smart)
• Musical (music smart)
• Interpersonal (people smart)
• Intrapersonal (self smart)
• Naturalistic (nature smart)
(Source: https://www.simplypsychology.org/multiple-intelligences.html)
He has recently considered existential thinking and pedagogical intelligence, but I don’t believe they’ve been formally added to his theory yet. Having said this, many charts now include these and other types of intelligence into them.
I mention this because, while I feel it is very difficult to accurately assess, there is some logic to this thinking.
A person’s bodily-kinesthetic ability is fairly easy to identify. My second son is very cautious, somewhat clumsy and finds some physical coordination quite challenging. However, my second daughter is highly agile and coordinated movements and ability seem to come naturally to her. Within their vestibular system, their physical make-up (muscle fibers, bone density, physical structure) is different. I have no doubt that my daughter’s bodily-kinesthetic intelligence is higher than my son’s. Considering this, it could be logical to find that different people have different neural potential.
In spite of what I have said above, I do not believe that intelligence tests can accurately determine a person’s intellectual ceiling. Each intelligence is far more complex than a simple test. While one might have a natural creative ability, in order to exhibit truly creativity a variety of other factors need to come into play. A person would have to WANT to be creative, for one thing.

In closing, while there is so much more to consider on the topic, my position would be to agree with Stephen Jay Gould, that we need to adhere to the original purpose of the tests, and to use them solely to identify learning needs and support for students.

• Craig Griebenow

Very interesting that we both commented on multiple intelligences testing. It is good for the person to know that about themselves and having taught in a multiple intelligences school, it is interesting for the teacher to know so that they can encourage students to try sharing their knowledge through the lens of another intelligence.

• Kandace Williams

UPDATE:
Considering what is considered to be one of the most accurate intelligence tests, the Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale (WAIS) is often considered the most reliable available. Designed by David Wechlsler, it has been adapted multiple times since its original development in the 1950s. This test is designed for individuals aged 16 and up. The WAIS is trusted because it provides a detailed profile of intelligence across different cognitive domains, such as verbal comprehension and working memory, which allows for a comprehensive assessment of an individual's intellectual abilities.

(Source: http://www.originstutoring.com/blog/reliable-iq-tests#:~:text=Top%2010%20Most%20Reliable%20IQ%20Tests%3A%20Take%20an,Progressive%20Matrices%20...%208%20PsychTests%20...%20More%20items)

While it does possess excellent psychometric properties and is standardized on a diverse sample, it is not without flaws. It has limitations, for instance not measuring extreme ranges of intelligence well (e.g., below 40 and above 160), relying on older theories, and not considering non-academic skills like creativity or motivation. There is also suggestions that it may not be fully appropriate for all ethnic groups due to limited data. Care is needed in test administration to ensure accuracy and relevance, especially for those over 89 years old or from diverse linguistic backgrounds

(Source: https://www.verywellmind.com/the-wechsler-adult-intelligence-scale-2795283#:~:text=While%20the%20WAIS%20can%20be%20a%20useful%20clinical,as%20motivation%2C%20creativity%2C%20emotional%20intelligence%2C%20and%20social%20skills.)

• Craig Griebenow