Guilford's Structure of Intellect

Guilford's Structure of Intellect is a psychological framework that describes how our minds organize and process different types of thinking and problem-solving skills. It views intelligence as composed of numerous interconnected abilities, such as generating ideas, understanding concepts, and applying knowledge. The model breaks down mental functions into three dimensions: content (what we think about), operations (how we think), and products (the outcomes of thinking). By analyzing these factors, it helps explain the diversity of human intellectual strengths and guides approaches to education and cognitive development tailored to individual abilities.