The Psychological Methods Of Testing Intelligence

By William Stern

Book Overview

The book ""The Psychological Methods of Testing Intelligence"" by William Stern is a comprehensive guide to understanding the various methods used to measure intelligence. The author provides an in-depth analysis of the different types of tests, including their strengths and weaknesses, and explains how they are used to assess cognitive abilities.The book begins with an overview of the history of intelligence testing and the different theories that have been developed over time. It then delves into the various types of tests, such as the Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scale, the Wechsler Intelligence Scale, and the Raven's Progressive Matrices. The author also covers topics such as the reliability and validity of intelligence tests, as well as the cultural and social factors that can affect test results.Throughout the book, Stern emphasizes the importance of using intelligence tests appropriately and responsibly. He cautions against using test results to make sweeping generalizations about individuals or groups and stresses the importance of considering multiple factors when making decisions based on test scores.Overall, ""The Psychological Methods of Testing Intelligence"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding how intelligence is measured and evaluated. It provides a thorough overview of the different types of tests and their uses, as well as important considerations for interpreting test results.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 143047033X
• ISBN13: 9781430470335
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 0.59 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"