Effects of Individualized Incentives on Norm-Referenced IQ Test Performance of High School Students in Special Education Classes.

Breuning, Stephen E.; Zella, William F.

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ERIC Number: EJ188391

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Publication Date: 1978

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Effects of Individualized Incentives on Norm-Referenced IQ Test Performance of High School Students in Special Education Classes

Breuning, Stephen E.; Zella, William F.

Journal of School Psychology, 16, 3, 220-6, F 78

Results show that the incentive group students, as compared with the control group students, obtained significantly higher verbal, performance, and full IQ scores. This suggests that norm-referenced tests as diagnostic placement aids must be used with caution. (Author)

Descriptors: Motivation, Performance Factors, Research Projects, Secondary Education, Special Classes, Testing Problems

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Language: English

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