Importance of Foundational Skills in Cognitive Flexibility and Creativity

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This chapter emphasizes the significance of foundational skills in the development of cognitive flexibility and creativity. It argues that these basic skills are not just a byproduct of learning, but rather the foundation for such thinking. Understanding human development and applying a developmental lens to education is crucial for productive learning.

Join math professor, Anna Stokke, as she interviews Dr. Daniel Ansari, who is a Canada Research Chair in developmental cognitive neuroscience. They discuss the importance of early numeracy skills and his research on symbolic representations. They talk about similarities and differences between math and reading. They also debunk the misconception of gender differences in math.

Responding to a question from a teacher, Daniel discusses the role of manipulatives in teaching math. He also discusses dyscalculia and provides some tips for helping students who struggle with math. They close the episode by discussing some common neuromyths. Among other things, Daniel stresses the fundamental right of every child to learn math.

The resource page for this episode includes studies mentioned in the episode and resources for helping children who struggle with math.

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Intro and Outro: Coma Media – Catch it

Podington Bear – Proliferate

Blue Dot Sessions – Balti, Hedgeliner, Cornicob, Coulis Coulis, Lissa

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