A Point Scale of Performance Tests - Brossura

Arthur, Grace

Brossura

ISBN 10: 102591189X ISBN 13: 9781025911892

Casa editrice: Tradd Street Press, 2026

Riassunto

"A Point Scale of Performance Tests" is a foundational work in the field of psychometrics and clinical psychology, authored by the pioneering psychologist Grace Arthur. This volume introduces a standardized method for assessing intelligence and cognitive development through non-verbal performance-based tasks. Developed to address the limitations of traditional verbal-heavy intelligence tests, Arthur's scale provided a crucial alternative for evaluating children from diverse linguistic backgrounds, those with hearing impairments, or individuals with speech and language difficulties.

The text details the specific battery of tests-including the Pintner-Paterson Performance Scale and other standardized measures-integrated into a cohesive point system. It outlines the administration, scoring, and interpretation of these tests, emphasizing the importance of measuring intelligence through practical execution rather than linguistic fluency. By focusing on manual dexterity, spatial reasoning, and problem-solving, "A Point Scale of Performance Tests" represents a significant shift in the early 20th-century understanding of cognitive assessment. This work remains a vital historical document for psychologists, educators, and researchers interested in the evolution of mental testing and the historical development of inclusive diagnostic tools.

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Dettagli dell'edizione

• Editore: Tradd Street Press
• Data di pubblicazione: 2026
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 102591189X
• ISBN 13: 9781025911892
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 100
• Contatto del produttore: non disponibile
• Persona responsabile: non disponibile