유아의 지적 발달에 있어 IQ 와 EQ의 관계

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Focusing on the truine theory of brain and the vygotskian theory of development, this study explored the relation of rational mind and emotional mind in children`s intellectual development. Human beings have two different minds; rational and emotional minds. Traditionally, the intellectual ability has been regarded as only the function of rational mind. However, the truine theory of brain suggests that emotions give a sense of reality to what we think and do. According to the truine theory developed by MacLean (1978), the human brain consists of three layers including R-complex, the limbic system, and the neocortex. Each layer is geared toward more or less separate functions: The R-complex governs our preservation-of-life and survival instincts; The limbic system deals with our emotions and much of our memory functions; The neo-cortex is the thinking part of brain. But all the three layers interact substantially. Especeally, the interaction of the neo-cortex and the limbic system involves intellectual development. The truine theory is also supported by the vygotskian view of intellectual development. The vygotskians view intellectual development as the product of social interaction which is activated successfully by emotioanl touches among interactors. Therefore, Salovey(1990) introduces that emotional intelligence, which includes self-awareness and impulse control, persistence, zeal and self-motivation, empathy and social deftness, is a critical factor of intellectual ability. As a conclusion the study proposes some recommendations for the teachers of young children to develop emotional intelligence in educational settings.