Bibliographic Details
| Title: |
Academic and Cognitive Characteristics of Persistent Mathematics Difficulty from First Through Fourth Grade. |
| Authors: |
Vukovic, Rose K., Siegel, Linda S. |
| Source: |
Learning Disabilities Research & Practice (Wiley-Blackwell). Feb2010, Vol. 25 Issue 1, p25-38. 14p. 3 Charts. |
| Subjects: |
Fourth grade (Education), Educational psychology, Mathematics education, Primary education, Short-term memory, Longitudinal method |
| Abstract: |
This longitudinal study investigated the academic and cognitive characteristics of persistent mathematics difficulty (MD-p) from first to fourth grade. Ninety-nine children were retrospectively categorized into one of three groups: MD-p, transient mathematics difficulty (MD-t), or typically developing. MD-p was defined as persistently low mathematics achievement (≤25th percentile) in at least 2 years from first to fourth grade. The results indicated that the MD-p group was more likely than other groups to have deficits in calculation, practical problem solving, number facts, and reading. In terms of cognitive characteristics, MD-p was specifically characterized by deficits in math concepts and phonological decoding, though there was some evidence for the involvement of working memory, processing speed, and numerical reasoning. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| Database: |
Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection |
