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Choat, Ernest – Educational Studies, 1977
Discusses the relationship between geometrical and numerical concepts in the mathematical development of young children. Based upon a longitudinal field study of 224 children, findings suggest that memorization ability facilitates understanding of numerical concepts but that subsequent mathematical development is restricted until basic geometry is…
Descriptors: Aptitude, Aptitude Tests, Child Development, Comparative Education
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Hau, Kit-Tai; Salili, Farideh – Educational Studies, 1990
Studies primary school Chinese students living in Hong Kong to learn their causal attributions for examination results. Identifies age-related differences in perceived attainment, success expectancy, causal attributions, and achievement goals. Finds discrepancies with earlier Western studies and links these to Chinese socialization patterns where…
Descriptors: Aptitude, Attribution Theory, Cross Cultural Studies, Cultural Context