Understanding the role of spatial number representations and spatial skills in mathematical abilities: From kindergarten to higher education Ghent University
Number representations are long known to be spatially coded. It is assumed that these spatial number representations are foundational for the development of mathematical skill. Yet, crucial evidence for this hypothesis is missing. 1/ It is not known whether it is long term memory or working memory that drives the spatial associations; 2/ There is no conclusive evidence yet that spatial number representations are a scaffold for more complex ...