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What expertise can tell about mathematical learning and cognition?

Abstract:
The investigation of mathematical expertise can shape numerical and mathematical cognition theories by providing insights about the modifications that the neurocognitive system undergoes when mastering mathematical knowledge. In particular, both qualitative and quantitative methods should be combined within a developmental perspective to identify those promoting factors that lead some individuals to focus their interests on mathematics and possibly become experts in the field. The behavioral and neural differences in math experts constitute valuable information to study the limits of the mastering of mathematical knowledge, which ultimately represents a powerful form of formal human reasoning.
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Published
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Peer reviewed

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10.1111/mbe.12179

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Institution:
University of Oxford
Division:
Medical Sciences Division
Department:
Experimental Psychology
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Institution:
University of Oxford
Division:
MSD
Department:
Experimental Psychology
Oxford college:
Jesus College
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ORCID:
0000-0002-5564-5469


Publisher:
Wiley
Journal:
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Volume:
12
Issue:
4
Pages:
186-192
Publication date:
2018-10-17
Acceptance date:
2018-09-07
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ISSN:
1751-2271


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pubs:912457
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uuid:c964f751-0675-4978-830f-350dac543d6b
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2018-09-07
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