The Role Of Gesture And Gender In Math Learning
Location
SU 103
Department
Psychology
Abstract
Gesture used in math instruction enhances learning for children (Koumoutsakis et al., 2016; Cook, Duffy, and Fenn, 2013). Gesture makes abstract information accessible through visual imagery, and is especially helpful when teaching spatial concepts (Alibali, 2005; Church, 1999). There is an existing gap in literature on whether there is an effect on young females’ views of their math abilities when compared to female or male instructors. The current study seeks to examine how gender of the instructor enhances or detracts from the benefits of gestured instruction.
The Role Of Gesture And Gender In Math Learning
SU 103
Gesture used in math instruction enhances learning for children (Koumoutsakis et al., 2016; Cook, Duffy, and Fenn, 2013). Gesture makes abstract information accessible through visual imagery, and is especially helpful when teaching spatial concepts (Alibali, 2005; Church, 1999). There is an existing gap in literature on whether there is an effect on young females’ views of their math abilities when compared to female or male instructors. The current study seeks to examine how gender of the instructor enhances or detracts from the benefits of gestured instruction.
Comments
Ruth (Breckie) Church is the faculty sponsor of this project.