Hebbs work showed every time a brain cell is used there is a bit of energy that is fed back to the cell, making it stronger. Lose It' theory of memory. Research has shown that learning can take place at all ages. Good organization and retrieval strategies improve memory and learning. Using familiar models such as the clock and money enhance math learning.
Visualization increases retention and reduces time needed to teach a concept.
Learning math is a metaphor for life. Many times when faced with new math topics, students feel lost, frustrated and want to quit. They can only succeed if they risk stepping into unknown territory, and persist with the struggle to learn. This process needed to incorporate new concepts into their math foundation is a wonderful metaphor for life. The process of solving problems in math often involves using many resources, breaking the problem into a series of smaller, less complex steps or solving a similar but easier problem to see the process.