Numerical Cognition Lab

Expert explainer: Math education and the importance of memory and problem solving

From classrooms to kitchen tables, the way we teach math is always up for debate. Should students memorize arithmetic facts or focus on problem-solving strategies?

Professor Daniel Ansari, Canada Research Chair in Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience and Learning, explains why these two approaches aren’t in competition—but actually complement each other.

Discover why arithmetic fluency is essential for both higher-level learning and everyday life, and how parents can support children in developing these critical skills.

👉 Read more: https://news.westernu.ca/2025/08/best-methods-for-math-education/

📸 Photo credits: Adobe Images/ Western Communications

Hello everyone! The Numerical Cognition Lab is looking for participants for a study on number ordering. The study will take 1 hour and you will be compensated. To be eligible you must be between the ages of 18-35, a fluent English speaker, and have normal or corrected to normal vision. Please email [email protected] if you are interested or would like more information!