The symposium discussion topic, the current role of differential psychoeducational assessment and training in the fields of learning disabilities and special education, is presented by Lester Mann and then followed by six responses and Lester Mann's rebuttal. (CB)

With the recent government regulations and emphasis on validity of all instruments used for selection and promotion, it appears that testing programs such as that described in this article are going to be essential factors in establishing effective and acceptable assessment centers. (Editor)

Early identification was investigated by following the same children from kindergarten entrance through grade five. Kindergarten predictive measures were the Bender Gestalt and teachers' evaluations; followup measures were yearly standard achievement test results. (Author)

Selected structure-of-intellect factor measures were compared with subtests of the Florida State-Wide Twelfth Grade Test in predicting physics achievement. Multiple correlation coefficients were approximately the same when both sets were used together to predict physics achievement. (Author/PN)

The construct validity of three subtests of the Structure-of-Intellect Learning Abilities Test ( (1) Divergent Production of Figural Units (DFU), (2) Divergent Production of Semantic Units, and (3) Divergent Production of Symbolic Relations) was investigated and generally supported, although results were somewhat mixed with respect to the DFU…

Statistical Analysis of WISC, WISC-R, and WPPSI subtest scores uncovered evidence of an Indian Wechsler Scale performance pattern different from that found in normal and learning disabled groups. The Indian pattern finds spatial abilities more well-developed than sequencing skills, which are superior to conceptual and acquired knowledge…

Aspects covered include federal support for the gifted, identification, the arts, the developmental process, and minority and disadvantaged gifted. Trends examined include cooperation between special and regular classroom teachers, more comprehensive program planning, and greater advocacy efforts. (DLS)

An attempt was made to determine whether the traits known as cognitive styles should be recognized as intellectual abilities or intellectual controls, or both. It was suggested that the structure of intellect model could serve as a frame of reference for future research in this area. (Author/RL)

Children (n=408) age 21-84 months were assessed to investigate the validity of the BRIGANCE Screens in comparison with criterion tests in identifying children who are gifted and talented. Results found that using the BRIGANCE screens in combination with teacher/examiner ratings produced high rates of sensitivity in identifying gifted children. (CR)

A program in Singapore tested 2,361 seventh graders using the Scholastic Assessment Test--Mathematics (SAT-M) to identify exceptional mathematical ability. Interviews with the 7 students scoring above 700 explored their family background, educational level of parents, interests, and career aspirations. Comparisons with U.S. and Chinese students…