Mindscans

The video discusses research on mindsets, focusing on brain activity differences between growth and fixed mindsets using functional MRI. It highlights the plasticity of the brain, showing how changes in IQ are linked to neuron density. The video also explores teaching intelligence as a set of skills, emphasizing that many components can be taught or enhanced.

What is the significance of identifying the components of intelligence and executive function in cognitive science?

How has the understanding of intelligence shifted from being a mysterious trait to a set of teachable skills?