Review of A Study of Distinguished High School Pupils in Iowa

Abstract

Reviews the book, A Study of Distinguished High School Pupils in Iowa by Charles Deich and Elmer E. Jones. The purpose of this study is to throw light upon the technique of the achievements which a group of superior students have shown in High School work. It includes 316 High School Seniors taken from various high schools in the state of Iowa. It was found that the children stood high in the primary and intermediate grades as well as in the High School. A comparison is made of the achievement of the girls and boys. The girls seem to rank higher than the boys, although there was not a decided difference. The data received concerning the home conditions showed that the parents were progressive, which doubtless has a stimulating effect upon the child. The principals of the schools stated that the parents in almost every case were interested in education. The data received from the children's selection of life work is most interesting and valuable to school workers. Knowledge of their methods of study gives a valuable insight into the mental habits of these pupils. The entire bulletin is an argument for a thorough study of child life. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2016 APA, all rights reserved)