An asymmetric multiplying cognitive algebra is implied theoretically by the parametric marginal desirability model. When given a PMD task, a substantial percentage of consumers do employ the predicted ...

When students begin to see themselves as math thinkers, they engage actively, explore creatively, and feel more motivated.

BACKGROUND Maintaining cognitive functioning through mid- to late-life is relevant for the individual and societal aim of active ageing. Evidence shows considerable stability in individual-level ...

Key points Children's performance in math is associated with their broader cognitive abilities. Efforts to transfer training of domain-general skills to improve specific math outcomes show mixed ...

Math anxiety, which can begin as early as kindergarten, negatively affects students’ math performance both in the moment and throughout their math education. Most research focuses on the affective or ...

Struggling algebra students in the Everett, Wash., school district get help from special tutors who diagnose their weaknesses, tailor instruction to their needs, and provide on-the-spot feedback—all ...