๐ Key takeaways
- PASS stands for Planning, Attention, and Simultaneous and Successive processing โ four cognitive processes proposed by Das and Naglieri, based on neuropsychology.
- It draws on the work of neuropsychologist Alexander Luria on how different brain systems handle information, rather than starting from factor analysis.
- The Cognitive Assessment System (CAS) measures the four PASS processes and is used especially in educational and clinical settings.
- PASS links intelligence to brain function and can highlight specific processing strengths and weaknesses, helping tailor support for learners.
What does PASS stand for?
PASS stands for Planning, Attention, and Simultaneous and Successive processing โ four cognitive processes proposed by Das and Naglieri, based on neuropsychology.
Where did it come from?
It draws on the work of neuropsychologist Alexander Luria on how different brain systems handle information, rather than starting from factor analysis.
How is it measured?
The Cognitive Assessment System (CAS) measures the four PASS processes and is used especially in educational and clinical settings.
Why is it useful?
PASS links intelligence to brain function and can highlight specific processing strengths and weaknesses, helping tailor support for learners.
๐งญ Explore Intelligence
๐
Last updated: 2026-06-18 ยท โ Reviewed by the All-Lifes editorial team ยท About ยท Methodology