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Developing and Demonstrating Knowledge: Ability and Non-Ability Determinants of Learning and Performance
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Beier, Margaret E.; Campbell, Madeline; Crook, Amy E. – Intelligence, 2010
Ability and non-ability traits were examined as predictors of learning, operationalized as the development of knowledge structure accuracy, and exam performance in a semester-long course. As predicted by investment theories of intellectual development, both cognitive ability and non-ability traits were important determinants of learning and exam…
Descriptors: Test Results, Goal Orientation, Cognitive Structures, Intellectual Development
The Consequences of Ignorance Can Be More Serious than Low Test Scores.
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Erb, Tom – Middle School Journal, 2002
Asserts that concern for academic success across the curriculum should extend beyond raising test scores. Contends that in the wake of the terrorist acts of 9/11/01, issues of public security and civil liberties present an opportunity for teachers to teach the Constitution and its amendments in an effort to fight citizen ignorance. (SD)
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Children, Citizenship, Citizenship Education
Intellectual Assessment of the Native American Student.
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Hynd, George W.; Garcia, William I. – School Psychology Digest, 1979
Research and clinical findings indicate that psychologists need to be particularly aware of the variations between the cultural experience of the Native American and the Anglo child. Specific recommendations are presented concerning intellectual assessment of the Native American child. (Author/MH)
Descriptors: Achievement Tests, American Indian Culture, American Indians, Cognitive Measurement