Description

The Hemisphere Brain Dominance Scale (AQ-100) is an assessment tool used to determine an individual’s dominant brain hemisphere function. It focuses on analyzing cognitive and emotional preferences, categorizing individuals as either left or right-brain dominant. This scale can provide insights into learning preferences, interpersonal relationships, and other behaviors.

Data Analysis and Use

Data analysis from the AQ-100 includes:

Scoring: Participants respond to questions that assess their preferences and behaviors. The results are categorized on a scale, indicating whether they are more left- or right-brain dominant.

Descriptive Statistics: Calculation of the mean and standard deviation of scores to determine the overall brain hemisphere dominance in a population.

Correlation: Examination of the correlation between brain hemisphere dominance and factors such as age, gender, or socioeconomic conditions.

Comparative Analysis: Comparison between different groups (e.g., individuals with different education levels) to determine differences in brain hemisphere dominance.

Objective

The objective of the Hemisphere Brain Dominance Scale is to understand individuals’ cognitive and emotional preferences, identify the effects of hemisphere function on various aspects of life, and provide data to improve education and professional development.

Calibration

The calibration of the AQ-100 includes the process of adapting the tool for use in different populations. This involves:

Cross-Cultural Studies: The scale is tested in various cultural contexts to ensure it is appropriate and reliable.

Reliability Analysis: Techniques such as Cronbach’s alpha are used to ensure that the questions are consistent and reliably measure brain hemisphere dominance.

Validity Testing: It is tested to verify that the AQ-100 reflects participants’ actual experiences regarding their cognitive and emotional preferences.

References

Torrance, E. P. (1984). The Torrance Tests of Creative Thinking. Personnel Press.

Hirsch, J. A. (2006). Brain Lateralization: The Left and Right Hemispheres of the Brain. Journal of Neurology, 253(1), 45-51.

Jung, C. G. (1971). Psychological Types. Princeton University Press.