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Peer reviewedBarling, Julian – Child Development, 1979
A total of 309 children were divided into eight groups on the basis of their Peabody Picture Vocabulary Test scores. The Nowicki-Strickland Locus of Control (LOC) Scale and the Children's Psychological Conservatism Scale were administered. Findings indicate a curvilinear relationship between verbal ability and the reliability of the LOC scale. (RH)
Descriptors: Ambiguity, Attitude Measures, Children, Foreign Countries
Peer reviewedMcCall, Robert B.; Beach, Scott R.; Lau, Sing – Child Development, 2000
Investigated characteristics of underachievement among Hong Kong elementary school children. Found that more males than females were identified as underachievers. Stability of underachievement increased during elementary school. Parents and teachers perceived that underachievers were more capable than same-grade nonunderachievers. Correlates of…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Children, Elementary Education, Elementary School Students
