Symmetry in Pattern Reproduction by Scottish and Kenyan Children.

Bentley, Alastair M.

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ERIC Number: EJ174804

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Publication Date: 1977

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Symmetry in Pattern Reproduction by Scottish and Kenyan Children

Bentley, Alastair M.

Journal of Cross-Cultural Psychology, 8, 4, 415-24, Dec 77

Significant cross-cultural differences were found between the samples of Bukusu and Scottish children in their responses to nonsymmetrical patterns, the Bukusu sample making more errors. However, both samples made use of the symmetrical properties of a pattern to aid recall. (Author/AM)

Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Cross Cultural Studies, Cultural Influences, Elementary Secondary Education, Perception Tests, Pictorial Stimuli, Students

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Identifiers - Location: Kenya; United Kingdom (Scotland)

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