Abstract

This study assessed use of five computerized analogy problems as a measure of mental speed with 62 children (ages 3-13) with mild/moderate mental retardation. Results found medium to high correlation between scores on the tasks and other cognitive measures and the adaptive behavior scale. The value of assessing cognitive speed in the cognitive assessment of this population is discussed. (Contains references.) (DB)

Citation

Loranger, M., Blais, M.C., Hopps, S., Pepin, M., Boisvert, J.M. & Doyon, M. (2002). Applications of Measures of Speed of Mental Operations among Children with Intellectual Deficiency. Education and Training in Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities, 37(2), 184. Retrieved August 16, 2024 from https://www.learntechlib.org/p/94283/.

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Keywords

• Cognitive Processes
• Cognitive Tests
• Computer Assisted Testing
• elementary education
• Mental Retardation
• Middle Schools
• Preschool Children
• problem solving
• Time Factors (Learning)