Children Above 180 IQ Stanford-Binet: Origin and Development

Name: Children Above 180 IQ Stanford-Binet: Origin and Development
Author: Leta Stetter Hollingworth

By Leta Stetter Hollingworth

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The work opens with a historical and conceptual survey of ideas about genius and early scientific studies of eminent individuals. It then reviews methods for measuring exceptional ability and summarizes published findings on very high Stanford-Binet scores. A central section presents detailed case studies of twelve children scoring above 180 IQ, documenting family background, preschool and school histories, mental and physical measurements, teacher judgments, and personal traits. The concluding chapters reproduce the author's related papers and discuss social and educational implications, practical concerns for identification, and recommendations for the instruction and support of exceptionally gifted children.

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Leta Stetter Hollingworth

Leta Stetter Hollingworth was an American psychologist and educator known for her pioneering work in the field of gifted education. She is particularly recognized for her research on children with exceptionally high IQs, as detailed in her notable work "Children Above 180 IQ Stanford-Binet: Origin and Development." Hollingworth's contributions extended to the social implications of women's roles in society, as explored in her book "Social Devices for Impelling Women to Bear and Rear Children." Her insights into special talents and defects further enriched the understanding of individual differences in learning and development. Through her writings, Hollingworth played a significant role in shaping educational practices for gifted individuals.