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Cognitive abilities that underlie mathematics achievement : a high ability perspective Gelbart, Daphne
Abstract
In this study the cognitive abilities underlying math excellence among children are examined, with a focus on children of high mathematical ability. The relationship between cognitive functioning—as defined by the Cattell-Horn-Carroll (CHC) theory—and academic achievement among children who excel in mathematics is explored in order to understand-whether strong math skills correspond to any "typical" cognitive ability profile(s). Results suggest that Short-Term Memory, Working Memory, and Visual/Spatial Thinking are significant predictors of strong and specific achievement in math calculation skills, whereas Fluid Reasoning is a significant predictor of strong and specific achievement in math reasoning. The results outlined in this study may supplement the existing research body relating to the full range of mathematics ability.
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Cognitive abilities that underlie mathematics achievement : a high ability perspective
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University of British Columbia
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2007
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In this study the cognitive abilities underlying math excellence among children are
examined, with a focus on children of high mathematical ability. The relationship
between cognitive functioning—as defined by the Cattell-Horn-Carroll (CHC)
theory—and academic achievement among children who excel in mathematics is
explored in order to understand-whether strong math skills correspond to any "typical"
cognitive ability profile(s). Results suggest that Short-Term Memory, Working
Memory, and Visual/Spatial Thinking are significant predictors of strong and specific
achievement in math calculation skills, whereas Fluid Reasoning is a significant
predictor of strong and specific achievement in math reasoning. The results outlined
in this study may supplement the existing research body relating to the full range of
mathematics ability.
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eng
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2011-03-16
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Vancouver : University of British Columbia Library
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For non-commercial purposes only, such as research, private study and education. Additional conditions apply, see Terms of Use https://open.library.ubc.ca/terms_of_use.
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10.14288/1.0054546
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University of British Columbia
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Graduate
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