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The Neuroscience of Mathematical Cognition and Learning

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  • Chung Yen Looi

    (University of Oxford)

  • Jacqueline Thompson

    (University of Oxford)

  • Beatrix Krause

    (University of Oxford)

  • Roi Cohen Kadosh

    (University of Oxford)

Abstract

The synergistic potential of cognitive neuroscience and education for efficient learning has attracted considerable interest from the general public, teachers, parents, academics and policymakers alike. This review is aimed at providing 1) an accessible and general overview of the research progress made in cognitive neuroscience research in understanding mathematical learning and cognition, and 2) understanding whether there is sufficient evidence to suggest that neuroscience can inform mathematics education at this point. We also highlight outstanding questions with implications for education that remain to be explored in cognitive neuroscience. The field of cognitive neuroscience is growing rapidly. The findings that we are describing in this review should be evaluated critically to guide research communities, governments and funding bodies to optimise resources and address questions that will provide practical directions for short- and long-term impact on the education of future generations. Le potentiel synergétique des neurosciences cognitives et de l’éducation pour l’efficacité de l’apprentissage suscite un vif intérêt de la part du grand public, des enseignants, des parents, des universitaires et des décideurs. Cet examen entend : 1) offrir un aperçu général accessible des progrès réalisés par la recherche en neurosciences cognitives dans la compréhension des processus d’apprentissage et de cognition en mathématiques ; et 2) déterminer s’il existe des données suffisantes pour étayer la possibilité, à ce stade, d’une contribution des neurosciences à l’enseignement des mathématiques. Nous mettons également en lumière certaines questions en suspens ayant des implications en termes d’éducation et restant à explorer dans les neurosciences cognitives, domaine connaissant un essor rapide. Les résultats que nous présentons dans cet examen doivent faire l’objet d’une évaluation critique afin de guider les communautés de chercheurs, les pouvoirs publics et les organismes de financement dans leurs efforts pour optimiser les ressources et répondre aux questions qui orienteront l’incidence à court et long termes sur l’éducation des générations futures.

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  • Chung Yen Looi & Jacqueline Thompson & Beatrix Krause & Roi Cohen Kadosh, 2016. "The Neuroscience of Mathematical Cognition and Learning," OECD Education Working Papers 136, OECD Publishing.
  • Handle: RePEc:oec:eduaab:136-en
    DOI: 10.1787/5jlwmn3ntbr7-en
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