A Rorschach Index based on ego-psychological conceptualization of an optimal personality picture predicted for 155 trainees was compared with predictions from the Miller Analogies Test (MAT) and the Strong Vocational Interest Blank (SVIB). The Index predicted success and failure more effectively. (Author)

Results indicate that retrieval time became slower with age. (MB)

The primary purpose of this study was to investigate conservation acquisition across subcultural groups. (Author)

In the fifth and sixth years of life, the ability of girls to identify primary colors by name is greater than that of boys. Children in the sixth year who attend school outperform those who have not been to school, and girls of this age who have not been to school name colors as well as boys who attend school. (Authors)

The purpose of this investigation was to test the efficacy of a study method which was designed to reduce or eliminate verbal learning differences between high and low learning ability Ss. (Authors)

Within the limitations of the present study, evidence is presented that the use of three-choice items improves the power and discrimination of tests. (PR)

Discusses the shortcomings of most teacher-made tests in elementary school science, and emphasizes the need for science teachers to use the Taxonomy of Educational Objectives as a guide in test construction. A model for testing and evaluation of science teaching outcomes is presented. Bibliography. (LC)

Alternatives are suggested to force a reevaluation of grades as a measurement of learning. (RY)

Earlier version of this paper was published in "Studies I" (The Yugoslav Serbo-Croatian English Contrastive Project, 1969, p3-12). (DS)

Described is a study designed to test on a scientific basis the effectiveness of Dr. Francis Christensen's program for teaching composition. (RY)

Presented as a paper at the meeting of the National Association of Language Laboratory Directors (NALLD), New York, New York, December 28, 1968. (DS)