Describes instructional techniques derived from the Piagetian tests for determining the stage of cognitive development of a child. Examines the principle of reflection and conservation of quantity. (AL)

Analysis of Old Times on the Mississippi," an autobiographical piece that reveals Twain's effort to understand the process that enables a man to grow emotionally and intellectually." (Author/SP)

Article describes results of a longitudinal study on measuring intelligence of infants. Results cast serious doubt on the notion of measuring general intelligence in the period of infancy. (PS)

Article gives a brief history of intelligence testing and enters a plea for a better use of testing to meet the individual needs of students. (GB)

Article suggests methods of teaching so that the student not only learns how to think, but learns how to think about life itself, especially himself. (Author/MM)

Investigation of the learning process has led to many theories and some systematic knowledge. The question of how to design instruction to promote effective learning and the subsidiary question of the behavioral controls involved are examined in the light of known facts about the major categories of learned capabilities. (Author/TS)

The purpose of the article is to examine the developmental theory of intelligence as it was dealt with by Piaget. (Author)

Describes a pilot project with two objectives: 1) to develop measures of curiosity and exploration applicable to preschool children, and 2) to investigate the relationship between variations in exploratory behavior and other aspects of emotional and cognitive growth. (WY)

Reports a cross-sectional study examining intensity of stimulation and verbal stimulation in home circumstances as these factors relate to psychological development across several age groups (7th, 11th, 15th, or 22nd month of life). (WY)

Teaching methods that guide pupils' mental activity and encourage them to employ rational thinking techniques are described. (DB)

Indicates that two major nonexclusive permutation problem-solving strategies increase with age: (1) mathematical group structure, and (2) holding initial marks constant while permuting the remainder. Significant sex differences are suggested. This report is based on a dissertation submitted to the Graduate School of Purdue University by the first…