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The relationship between executive functions and mathematics achievements in early-grade elementary students
1Faculty of Educational Sciences, University of Sarajevo, Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Summary
Executive functions (EF), including working memory, inhibitory control, and cognitive flexibility, significantly impact children's math skills. Enhancing these cognitive abilities early can improve mathematics achievement.
Area of Science:
- Cognitive Psychology
- Developmental Psychology
- Educational Psychology
Background:
- Mathematics is a core academic subject crucial for cognitive development.
- Executive functions (EF) are vital for complex cognitive processes like mathematical reasoning.
- Previous research links stronger EF to better academic outcomes, particularly in mathematics.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the relationship between global executive functions (EF) and its core components (working memory, inhibitory control, cognitive flexibility) and mathematics achievement.
- To analyze the impact of these cognitive functions on mathematical skills in school-aged children.
Main Methods:
- Study sample comprised 180 children aged 8-11 years.
- Executive functions were assessed using the Yellow-Red test.
- Mathematics achievement was evaluated through teacher assessments.
Main Results:
- A statistically significant effect of global EF and its three components on mathematics achievement was found.
- All three core components of EF demonstrated a significant impact on mathematical performance.
Conclusions:
- Executive functions play a critical role in mathematics achievement.
- Strategies to enhance EF development in early school years are recommended to improve math skills.
Keywords:
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