Tag: spatial visualization

Using LEGO to test children’s ability to visualize and rotate 3D shapes in space

sarah JonasFeature

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.