Showing 4 Result(s)
The SAT’s Evolution and Its Connection to Intelligence Testing
Cognitive Abilities and Intelligence

Tracing the SAT’s Intellectual Legacy and Its Ties to IQ

The Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) has been a central element of academic assessment in the United States for nearly a century. Initially designed to provide an equitable way to evaluate academic potential, its evolution reflects shifts in societal values, educational theories, and cognitive research. This post examines the SAT’s historical …

Assessing Nonverbal Intelligence
Psychological Measurement and Testing

Assessing Nonverbal Intelligence: Insights from the JCFS

The Jouve-Cerebrals Figurative Sequences (JCFS) is a self-administered test designed to measure nonverbal cognitive abilities, focusing on pattern recognition and problem-solving. This post outlines the psychometric evaluation of the JCFS, emphasizing its reliability and practical applications while acknowledging areas for future development. Background The JCFS was developed to provide a …

Assessing Verbal Intelligence with the IAW Test
Psychological Measurement and Testing

Assessing Verbal Intelligence with the IAW Test

The I Am a Word (IAW) test represents a distinct method for assessing verbal abilities, offering an open-ended and untimed format designed to accommodate a diverse range of examinees. This approach promotes genuine responses while fostering inclusivity and engagement in testing environments. Background The IAW test emerged as a response …

The Relationship Between SAT Scores and General Cognitive Ability
Cognitive Abilities and Intelligence

The Relationship Between SAT Scores and General Cognitive Ability

Frey and Detterman (2004) conducted an influential study examining the relationship between the Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) and general cognitive ability (g). Their research sought to determine the degree to which SAT scores reflect g and assess the test’s potential use as a premorbid measure of intelligence. The findings provided …