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100 1 _aInglis, Matthew and Attridge, Nina
245 1 0 _aDoes Mathematical Study Develop Logical Thinking :
_bTesting the Theory of Formal Discipline
260 _aSingapore :
_bWorld Scientific Pub. Co.,
_c©2017.
300 _a204 p.
500 _aTitle from PDF file title page (viewed October 6, 2016).
504 _aIncludes bibliographical references (p. 173-181) and index.
520 _a"For centuries, educational policymakers have believed that studying mathematics is important, in part because it develops general thinking skills that are useful throughout life. This 'Theory of Formal Discipline' (TFD) has been used as a justification for mathematics education globally. Despite this, few empirical studies have directly investigated the issue, and those which have showed mixed results. Does Mathematical Study Develop Logical Thinking? describes a rigorous investigation of the TFD. It reviews the theory's history and prior research on the topic, followed by reports on a series of recent empirical studies. It argues that, contrary to the position held by sceptics, advanced mathematical study does develop certain general thinking skills, however these are much more restricted than those typically claimed by TFD proponents. Perfect for students, researchers and policymakers in education, further education and mathematics, this book provides much needed insight into the theory and practice of the foundations of modern educational policy."--Publisher's website.
533 _aElectronic reproduction.
_bSingapore :
_cWorld Scientific,
_d[2016].
538 _aMode of access: World Wide Web.
650 0 _aMathematics
_xStudy and teaching.
650 0 _aLogic, Symbolic and mathematical.
650 0 _aEducational psychology.
650 0 _aFormal discipline.
650 0 _aElectronic books.
856 4 0 _uhttp://www.worldscientific.com/worldscibooks/10.1142/Q0020#t=toc
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