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Veranstaltung

Cognitive predictors of achievements in higher STEM education: the case of spatial ability and mathematics

Titel der Veranstaltung Cognitive predictors of achievements in higher STEM education: the case of spatial ability and mathematics
Reihe MathematischeGesellschaft
Veranstalter Mathematisches Institut
Referent/in Dr. Michal Berkowitz
Einrichtung Referent/in ETH Zürich
Veranstaltungsart Kolloquium
Kategorie Forschung
Anmeldung erforderlich Nein
Beschreibung There is currently great interest in attracting young students to the domains of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). The transition into higher STEM education is nonetheless challenging for many students, and finding out which factors determine its success attracts a lot of research interest. Psychological research identified spatial ability as particularly important for STEM learning, and as a powerful predictor of STEM success. This talk will introduce research on the role of spatial and other cognitive abilities in STEM learning, particularly in mathematics. Recent findings from research among ETH students, which does not entirely align with previous conclusions, will be presented.
Zeit Beginn: 23.05.2019, 16:15 Uhr
Ende: 23.05.2019 , 17:15 Uhr
Ort Mathematisches Institut (Bunsenstr 3-5)
Sitzungszimmer
Kontakt 0551-3927752
annalena.wendehorst@mathematik.uni-goettingen.de