The Neuropsychology of Mathematics: An Introduction to the FAM

by Steven G. Feifer

This book explores how young children learn and acquire basic mathematical skills from a brain-based educational perspective. There are discussions on three primary ways in which numbers are formatted in the brain, as well as the relationship between anxiety and mathematical performance during classroom learning situations.

Scores of evidence based interventions, math programs, math instructional websites, and math apps are offered to assist children of all ages with challenges in mathematics.

172 pages, Paperback

Published May 1, 2017

Reviews

[Pamela · Rating 5 out of 5]

While the focus of the book is how the brain functions while processing mathematics, the concepts apply to all types of learning. This truly gave me a deeper insight into tutoring students who were struggling with math.