Mathematics is a unique subject in that mathematics-related motivation and learning are often accompanied by strong emotions, such as mathematics anxiety, which is estimated to affect as many as one ...

Ever since the landmark “marshmallow test” highlighted the importance of early self-control in later achievement, educators have worked to find ways to build self-regulation among young children. But ...

A bad relationship with math can start early, and anxiety or a lack of confidence around numbers can compound over time — transforming from a grade school phobia to a career hurdle. But some math ...

For the first time, scientists have identified the brain pathway that links a positive attitude toward math to achievement in the subject. The findings will be published online Jan. 24 in ...

The School of Education invites you to attend a doctoral dissertation defense by Victoria Dye “Learning By Doing: The Impact Of Professional Development And Lesson Study On Math Teachers’ ...

A typical 8th grade math textbook includes just a handful of real-world problems for students to solve, finds a new international study. And that’s not enough, according to William Schmidt, ...