Working memory, short-term memory, and naming speed as predictors of children's mathematical performance

Individual differences in kindergarten math achievement: The integrative roles of approximation skills and working memory

“…How does the pattern of predictive relations change with age? Consistent with previous research (Bull et al, 2008;De Smedt et al, 2009a;Passolungi et al, 2007;Swanson & Kim, 2007), WM was confirmed to be a significant independent predictor of individual differences in kindergarten math achievement. Our results extend previous findings by showing that WM significantly predicts symbolic arithmetic learning beyond domain-specific skills, such as approximation skills.…”

Assessing the validity of computer-game-like tests of processing speed and working memory

“…This is difficult to ascertain, however, without detailed knowledge of course components and assessment procedures. The significant relationships Space Matrix had with preparatory English and with both preparatory and high-school mathematics is consistent with research that has indicated that WM plays a role in reading and writing abilities (Floyd et al, 2003;Hitch, Towse, & Hutton, 2001;Just & Carpenter, 1992) and in mathematical abilities (Floyd et al, 2003;Hitch et al, 2001;Swanson & Kim, 2007). In contrast, Space Code had no substantial relationships with any of the school subject grades.…”

Patterns of Individual Differences in Conceptual Understanding and Arithmetical Skill: A Meta-Analysis

“…This work has attempted to measure, and in a few cases account for, individual differences in children's arithmetic performance (Hecht, Close, & Santisi, 2003;Swanson & Kim, 2007), conceptual understanding (Canobi, 2004Canobi, Reeve, & Pattison, 1998;Dowker, 1998) and strategy use (Imbo & Vandierendonck, 2007;Kerkman & Siegler, 1997). These studies reveal the importance of considering the variety of ways in which children develop understanding of arithmetic.…”