Measuring the acuity of the approximate number system in young children

IF 5.7 1区心理学 Q1 PSYCHOLOGY, DEVELOPMENTAL

Developmental Review Pub Date : 2024-03-16 DOI:10.1016/j.dr.2024.101131

Attila Krajcsi , Dana Chesney , Krzysztof Cipora , Ilse Coolen , Camilla Gilmore , Matthew Inglis , Melissa Libertus , Hans-Christoph Nuerk , Victoria Simms , Bert Reynvoet

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Abstract

The approximate number system (ANS) is a hypothesized mechanism responsible for the representation and processing of numerical information in an imprecise fashion. According to the predominant theory, the ANS is essential in solving simple numerical tasks such as comparing which of two quantities is numerically larger, and some research has indicated that individual differences in its acuity influence higher-level mathematical performance. Because of this far-reaching role of the ANS, it is essential to assess its acuity with measures that are reliable, and valid. The present work reviews and synthesizes many of the methodological problems that are relevant for measuring ANS acuity in young children. We discuss issues related to task comprehension, the role of non-numerical perceptual properties of the stimuli, the role of inhibition, and the appropriateness and reliability of the ANS acuity indices. Recommendations and open questions are summarized.

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测量幼儿近似数系统的敏锐度

近似数系统（ANS）是一种负责以不精确的方式表示和处理数字信息的假设机制。根据主流理论，近似数系统在解决简单的数字任务（如比较两个数量中哪个在数字上更大一些）中至关重要，一些研究表明，近似数系统敏锐度的个体差异会影响更高层次的数学成绩。由于自律神经系统的作用深远，因此必须使用可靠有效的测量方法来评估其敏锐度。本研究回顾并总结了许多与测量幼儿自律神经系统敏锐度相关的方法问题。我们讨论了与任务理解有关的问题、刺激的非数字感知特性的作用、抑制的作用以及自律神经系统敏锐度指数的适当性和可靠性。我们还总结了一些建议和有待解决的问题。

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Developmental Review PSYCHOLOGY, DEVELOPMENTAL-

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11.00

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51 days

期刊介绍： Presenting research that bears on important conceptual issues in developmental psychology, Developmental Review: Perspectives in Behavior and Cognition provides child and developmental, child clinical, and educational psychologists with authoritative articles that reflect current thinking and cover significant scientific developments. The journal emphasizes human developmental processes and gives particular attention to issues relevant to child developmental psychology. The research concerns issues with important implications for the fields of pediatrics, psychiatry, and education, and increases the understanding of socialization processes.