Gardiner found college students who frequently interact with faculty and other students are found to develop intellectually and personally at a much higher level than those who do not. Studies have found it is important for students to find meaning and support and to feel as if they belong to some type of community in order to be successful in college. Changes in a student s ability are significantly and positively correlated with levels of praise from faculty. Emotional support and a caring environment can significantly affect a student s decision to stay in school and his or her achievement of the desired developmental outcomes. This means we can teach intelligence.
Students gain intelligence in college depending on what they study and how they learn.
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