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The Watson-Glaser Critical Thinking Appraisal as a Predictor of Performance in a Critical Thinking Course.

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Wilson, Diane Grimard; Wagner, Edwin E. – Educational and Psychological Measurement, 1981

It is shown that the Watson-Glaser Critical Thinking Appraisal (WGCTA) significantly predicted standing in a specialized course at the college level, lending credence to its criterion-related validity. The paper is based on a study of accelerated students pursuing a combined baccalaureate and professional program of medicine. (CE)

Descriptors: Critical Thinking, Higher Education, Logical Thinking, Medical Students

Predicting Academic Achievement among Bilingual Hispanic College Technical Students.

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Mestre, Jose P. – Educational and Psychological Measurement, 1981

The predictive validity of several mathematics and language variables relative to criteria of grade point average and word problem-solving skills for 60 bilingual Hispanic technical students is investigated. Examination of standardized college admission criteria is urged. Revealed is a disparity in academic performance between bilingual and…

Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Bilingual Students, Engineering Education, Grade Point Average