Individual differences in arithmetic
Subtitle: implications for psychology, neuroscience, and education
By: Ann Dowker.
Publisher: Psychology Press
Published: 2005
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 358
Subjects: Mathematical ability; Number concept
Description: "Standards in numeracy are a constant concern to educational policy makers. However, why are differences in arithmetical performance so marked? In Individual Differences in Arithmetic, Ann Dowker seeks to provide a better understanding of why these differences in ability exist, encouraging a more informed approach to tackling numeracy difficulties."

"This book reviews existing research by the author and by others on the subject of arithmetical ability and presents strong evidence to support a componential view of arithmetic. Focusing primarily on children, but including discussion of arithmetical cognition in healthy adult and neuropsychological patients, each of the central components of arithmetic is covered. Within this volume, findings from developmental, educational, cognitive and neuropsychological studies are integrated in a unique approach."--Jacket.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.