Mathematical Difficulties

Psychology and Intervention

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Hardbound, 272 Pages
Published: JUN-2008
ISBN 10: 0-12-373629-3
ISBN 13: 978-0-12-373629-1
Imprint: ACADEMIC PRESS


Series Editor:
Gary Phye, Iowa State University, Ames, U.S.A.

Edited by
Ann Dowker

Description
This book examines the mathematical difficulties in typical and atypical populations. It discusses the behavioural, educational and neuropsychological characteristics of people with mathematical difficulties, and educational interventions to prevent, diagnose, treat or ameliorate such difficulties. The book brings together studies from different disciplines, including developmental psychology, neuroscience and education, and includes perspectives from practicing teachers. The book is divided into three major sections. The first includes chapters about the nature and characteristics of mathematical difficulties in the population as a whole, in relation to both psychology and education. The second deals with mathematical difficulties in children with other problems such as specific language impairment and dyslexia. The third discusses methods of interventions aimed at preventing, treating or ameliorating mathematical difficulties, and will include discussions of assessment and diagnosis.

Included in series
Educational Psychology

Audience:
Academic researchers in psychology and education, educational psychologists, and mathematics teachers. Also will interest upper-level undergraduate and graduate students in psychology or education.


 
Last update: 6 Nov 2011