Thomson, Godfrey Hilton, Sir, 1881-1955 (psychologist and Bell Professor of Education, University of Edinburgh)
Found in 9 Collections and/or Records:
Bingley Lecture, 1952
Darlington, 25 Nov 1930
Draft article titled The Use of Tests of Intelligence in English and Scottish Schools, 10 Mar 1931
Godfrey Thomson Unit for Educational Research, 1896-1979
Notes for Thomson's lecture, The Nature and Measurement of Intelligence, 30 Jul 1928
Rough notes which take the form of lists of topics and corresponding examples Thomson wishes to discuss, and includes notes regarding different mental tests; genetic aspects of intelligence; social classes; and vocational selection.
Statistical Methods in Educational and Psychological Problems, 1 Mar 1929
The Discovery of Talent, 1950
Thomson argues that the talents of the individual should be discovered and encouraged, rather than quashed because they are not intellectual enough. He discusses the uses of examinations and intelligence testing in discovering talent, and the need for tests of non-verbal as well as verbal ability.
The speech is written on the back of minutes from the National Committee for the training of Teachers.
The Extent and Significance of Individual Differences, c1930s-1940s
The Growth of Intelligence in Children, c1930s-1940s
The notes are very brief with simple headings to aid Thomson's memory. Topics covered include the development of babies; intelligence testing and IQ; variation; examinations; teaching methods.
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