What is the NNAT designed for?

The NNAT, or Naglieri Nonverbal Ability Test, is specifically designed to assess nonverbal cognitive abilities in students. This test measures reasoning skills through nonverbal tasks, making it particularly valuable in identifying giftedness in diverse populations. Its design helps to minimize cultural and linguistic biases that can affect the performance of students from different backgrounds, ensuring a fairer assessment of cognitive abilities.

By focusing on nonverbal reasoning, the NNAT provides insights into a student's intellectual potential without the influence of verbal language skills, which can vary widely among students. This aspect is particularly important for students who may be English language learners or those from varied cultural backgrounds.