Testing children's spatial abilities with Lego bricks

Originally published at: https://eduk8.me/2020/07/testing-childrens-spatial-abilities-with-lego-bricks/

Researchers at the University of California San Diego have developed a test that uses children’s ability to assemble LEGO pieces to assess their spatial visualization ability. Spatial visualization is the ability to visualize 3D shapes in one’s mind, which is tied to increased GPAs and graduation rates in STEM college students.Source: Using LEGO to test…