A study by Rothkopf is frequently cited as showing that educational experts are poor judges of the actual effectiveness of instructional materials. The study is replicated and comments from Ss are used to show that half-trained student experts tend to judge simple materials as more effective than complex materials. (Author)

Social Studies was the best predictor in the two-year colleges whereas Literature was the most predictive of success in the four-year colleges. (Author)

The purpose of this study was to construct a scale to discriminate between those students who are likely to drop out of school and those who are not. The results indicate that this must be only the first of many steps. (Author)

The long-range predictive and differential validities of the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) are investigated. Data from students (n=1284) who entered Jefferson Medical College from 1965 through 1974 were analyzed and supported the convergent and divergent validities of the SAT over an extended period of time. (Author/PN)

Concludes that the Nelson-Denny Reading Test (NDRT) provides valid predictions of student academic aptitude and is a reliable measure of reading attitude. Finds no significant correlation between the NDRT and student self-concept. (FL)

Estimates of the criterion-related validity for the National Teacher Examinations (NTE) in mathematics and science were determined empirically. Results suggest that the science tests are not as useful as the mathematics tests as indicators of subject knowledge. (GK)

Intellectually superior students were praised verbally after their responses to the WISC-R questions, or were given neutral comments. The verbal praise procedure generally was associated with weaker predictive power. Findings were discussed in light of academic functioning under normal classroom conditions and potential behavior in an optimal…

In a nonadversarial approach the predictive validities of the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) and the high school record, the effects of the selection process on validities, and effects if colleges used a common standard of achievement were examined. Results indicate that the SAT may be a highly valid selection instrument. (Author/CM)

Investigated the validity of the Vocabulary-Block Design short form as an estimate of Full Scale IQ in White male delinquents. The difference between the means of the short form and the Full Scale IQ was small and nonsignificant. Concluded the short form was useful as a screening device. (Author)

Double-entry expectancy tables show the relationship between both high school grade point average and Scholastic Aptitude Test verbal scores and academic achievement at the College of Basic Studies of Boston University. The usefulness of the grid is discussed and compared with multiple regression. (Author/CTM)

The purpose was to collect concurrent and predictive validity data for three study skill instruments frequently used for diagnostic purposes in Canadian high schools and universities. Tests examined were: McGraw-Hill Study Skills Test; McGraw-Hill Inventory of Study Habits and Attitudes; and Study Attitudes and Methods Survey. (Author)

The Marital Status Inventory (MSI) is a 14-item intensity scale measuring likelihood of marriage dissolution. Preliminary data indicate that couples with marital problems score significantly higher than couples seeking parent-child therapy. Although predictive validity remains to be demonstrated, MSI is useful for researchers and clinicians.…

One hundred culturally disadvantaged children were tested on culture-fair (Raven) and culturally biased (WISC) tests, and scores were correlated with academic achievement. (Author)

Examines issues related to the measurement of potential learning problems of young children. Looks at the rationale for screening, the instability of behavior, the use of inappropriate measures; defines the "at-risk" population, and problems in prediction. Presents a method for calculating the predictive validity of a screening measure. (RJM)