The Convergence of Cognitive Science and Mathematics Education

How physiological disciplines can contribute to the study of how people learn mathematics is considered. Manipulative and experiential learning, sequential versus hierarchical organization, declarative versus procedural knowledge, and short-term versus long-term memory are among the points discussed...

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Published inJournal of Mathematical Behavior Vol. 5; no. 3; p. 321
Main Author Davis, Robert B
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published 1986
Subjects
Cognitive Development
Cognitive Science
Educational Theories
Learning
Mathematical Concepts
Mathematics Education
Neuropsychology
Sex Differences
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Summary:How physiological disciplines can contribute to the study of how people learn mathematics is considered. Manipulative and experiential learning, sequential versus hierarchical organization, declarative versus procedural knowledge, and short-term versus long-term memory are among the points discussed. (MNS)