Lewis M. Terman

Lewis M. Terman was an American psychologist best known for his pioneering work in the field of intelligence testing. He is particularly recognized for the Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scales, which he developed as a revision of the original Binet-Simon test. Terman's influential publications, such as "The Measurement of Intelligence" and the "Condensed Guide for the Stanford Revision of the Binet-Simon Intelligence Tests," contributed significantly to the understanding and assessment of human intelligence. His research laid the groundwork for future studies in educational psychology and the application of intelligence testing in various contexts.