Assessing the Learning Potential of Penitentiary Inmates: An Application of Feuerstein's Learning Potential Assessment Device.

Waksman, M.; And Others

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Publication Date: 1983-Jun

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Assessing the Learning Potential of Penitentiary Inmates: An Application of Feuerstein's Learning Potential Assessment Device.

Waksman, M.; And Others

Journal of Correctional Education, v34 n2 p63-69 Jun 1983

This research study is designed to determine (1) to what extent educationally low achieving inmates differ in their cognitive performance from high achieving inmates, and (2) if such differences exist, to what extent can the level of cognitive performance in the former group be modified in a positive direction by a specific learning experience. (SSH)

Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Behavior Modification, Cognitive Ability, Cognitive Development, Cognitive Measurement, Correctional Education, Correctional Institutions, Institutionalized Persons, Learning Disabilities, Performance Tests, Prisoners, Rehabilitation Programs

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Assessments and Surveys: Learning Potential Assessment Device

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