Development of Arithmetical Competencies in Chinese and American Children: Influence of Age, Language, and Schooling.

Geary, David C.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ539835

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Publication Date: 1996

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Development of Arithmetical Competencies in Chinese and American Children: Influence of Age, Language, and Schooling.

Geary, David C.; And Others

Child Development, v67 n5 p2022-44 Oct 1996

Assessed the arithmetical competencies of 105 American and 104 Chinese elementary school students at the beginning and end of the U.S. school year. Results suggest the Chinese advantage in early mathematical development is related to a combination of language- and school-related factors. (MDM)

Descriptors: Age Differences, Arithmetic, Computation, Cross Cultural Studies, Cultural Influences, Elementary Education, Elementary School Students, Foreign Countries, Language Role, Learning Strategies, Mathematical Aptitude

Publication Type: Reports - Research; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: China; United States

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