Mentally Defective Children by Alfred Binet and Théodore Simon
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"Mentally Defective Children" by Alfred Binet and Théodore Simon is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the identification, classification, and educational needs of mentally defective children, exploring the psychological underpinnings of their condition. The authors aim to highlight the importance of tailored educational approaches that cater to the specific needs of these children, presenting various intelligence tests and psychological evaluations. The opening of the book
introduces the pressing social issue surrounding mentally defective children and the necessity for a refined educational system designed to support them. The text emphasizes that many children with mental deficiencies often remain unnoticed in regular classrooms, leading to a lack of adequate support. The authors argue that a collaborative effort between educators, doctors, and psychologists is essential to identify these children accurately and to provide them with appropriate educational resources that align with their unique needs. This comprehensive approach is presented against the backdrop of the authors' extensive research and experiences, aiming to foster a better understanding of the vital role societal structures play in combating educational challenges faced by mentally defective children. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Binet, Alfred, 1857-1911 |
|---|---|
| Author | Simon, Théodore, 1873- |
| Translator | Drummond, William Blackley, 1868-1937 |
| Title | Mentally Defective Children |
| Credits |
Produced by Jeannie Howse, Bryan Ness and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 61.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | LC: Education: Special aspects of education |
| Subject | Children with mental disabilities -- Education |
| Subject | Children with mental disabilities -- Psychological testing |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 36458 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-36458-2 |
| Release Date | Jun 18, 2011 |
| Last Update | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 620 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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