The intercorrelations among the 11 subtests second edition of the Detroit Tests of Learning Aptitude (DTLA-2) for a portion of the standardization sample were subjected to both factor analysis and cluster analysis. None of the factors or clusters corresponded exactly to any of the eight DTLA-2 composities. (Author/LMO)

Interviewed testing coordinators in 20 New Jersey public schools to identify and describe current practices and problems in testing program content, planning, and participation; test selection and scheduling; preparation of test administrators and test takers; and test scoring, recording, and reporting. (JAC)

Contrasted two theoretical models to explain the mathematics final exam performance of 143 undergraduates: social learning theory variables and the math aptitude-anxiety models. The social learning theory model accounted for significantly more performance variation, and each of the variables (skills, incentives, efficacy expectations, and outcome…

Normative data for the Advanced Raven's Progressive Matrices are presented based on 300 University of California, Berkeley, students. Correlations with the Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale and the Terman Concept Mastery Test are explored. The relationship between the Advanced Raven's Progressive Matrices and Spearman's g is explored. (Author)

Richard E. Snow, working from his new aptitude theory, advocated a multidimensional approach to validating the construct of academic achievement. This report briefly describes Snows recommended approach and then summarizes new evidence from recent studies in terms of three related themes: (1) multidimensionality of science achievement; (2)…

In August of 1998, a group of about 50 admissions deans, directors, and researchers from the United States gathered in Toronto at the invitation of the College Board. The participants represented a broad cross section of private and public colleges and universities. The goal of the symposium was to begin a dialogue on the future of admissions, and…

Studied the type of skills required for engineering students to succeed in their work, using high school grades and predictor batteries such as aptitude and standardized achievement tests. Concluded that the findings of similar earlier studies were confirmed with achievement tests preferred over aptitude tests for student selection. (CC)

As an initial step in the development of a study techniques program, this research examined some of the factors which contribute to college success. (Authors/JA)

Study was designed to investigate whether rivalry, coaction, and audience can be isolated separately from a competitive situation. (Author/RK)

If one accepts the premise that the criterion measure (Musical Aptitude Profile) is a valid predictor of future musical success, then the Measures of Musical Abilities, based on these data, can be considered to possess a moderately high validity for the same purpose. (Author/CB)

Conclusions are tentative, but the author stresses that when the industrial world recognizes fully that medicinal and mechanical aids to overcoming a nondebilitating handicap are available, the employment situation for the disabled will change. (Author)

Condensed version of a study reported in "Pimsleur Language Test Forum No. 4, available from Test Department, Harcourt, Brace & World, Inc., 757 Third Ave., New York, N.Y. 10017. (DS)

A statistical analysis of expected earnings flows and their present values considering students with different college aptitudes and institutions of different quality which provides marginal decision criteria for reallocation of resources in college education. (BC)