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Skills in mathematics and science are central to innovation and productivity growth. These are, in turn, necessary for improving standards of living in Canada. In this talk, Professor Maloney will discuss a major barrier to success and well-being in mathematics – math anxiety. Defined as feelings of fear, tension, and apprehension surrounding mathematical problem solving, math anxiety is argued to be an impediment to success in mathematics and interest in math and science-related careers. She will present a series of studies that have helped to elucidate how one may come to develop math anxiety and who may be most at risk.

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Erin Maloney

Associate Professor at the School of Psychology and a Principal Researcher at the CRECS

Erin Maloney is an Associate Professor at the School of Psychology and a Principal Researcher at the Centre for Research on Educational and Community Services (CRECS). Her research, which sits at the intersection of cognitive psychology, developmental psychology, and education, focuses on the cognitive and emotional factors that influence math learning and the impact of parents and teachers on children's learning. Much of her work has focused on the role of math anxiety in math performance. In addition to answering basic questions about numerical and mathematical representation and learning, she uses her research to inform educational practice and policy. Follow Professor Maloney on Twitter @Maloney_EA

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Date and time
May 18, 2022
All day
Format and location
Zoom
Language
This webinar will be delivered in English only
Audience