This is a central theme in modern education with the onslaught of globalization pressures in the knowledge
economy (Gurubatham, 2005a). Most mainstream standardized tests of intelligence test or IQ tests utilize both fluid
and another type of intelligence called ‘crystallized intelligence’ (Cattell, 1963). Crystallized intelligence involves
acquired knowledge, is content based and where content can be revised. Fluid intelligence is process based and is
said to be highly vulnerable to aging, (Lee et al., 2005) peaking at the early twenties. Therein lays the challenge for
lifelong learning and nurturing productive human capital. How can fluid intelligence be enlivened and sustained for
the information onslaught posed by ICT? Also how can adaptation pressures be balanced with the wisdom of
sustainability and preserving cultural integrity