Théodore Simon

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Théodore Simon
Born	July 10, 1873 Dijon, France
Died	1961
Nationality	French
Known for	Binet-Simon scale
Scientific career
Fields	Psychology
Influences	Alfred Binet

Théodore Simon (July 10, 1873 – 1961) was a French psychologist who is best known for his collaboration with Alfred Binet in the development of the Binet-Simon scale, a pioneering tool in the field of intelligence testing.

Early Life and Education

Théodore Simon was born in Dijon, France. Details about his early education and formative years are not extensively documented, but it is known that he pursued studies in the field of medicine and psychology.

Collaboration with Alfred Binet

Simon's most significant contribution to psychology came through his collaboration with Alfred Binet. Together, they developed the Binet-Simon scale, which was first introduced in 1905. This scale was designed to measure intelligence and identify children with learning disabilities.

The Binet-Simon scale was revolutionary because it introduced the concept of mental age, which allowed for a more nuanced understanding of a child's intellectual development. This work laid the foundation for future intelligence tests, including the widely used Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scales.

Later Work and Legacy

After Binet's death in 1911, Simon continued to work in the field of psychology. He made further contributions to the study of intelligence and mental health. His work has had a lasting impact on the field, influencing both educational psychology and the development of psychometric testing.

Related Pages

• Alfred Binet
• Binet-Simon scale
• Intelligence quotient
• Psychometrics
• Educational psychology