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October 12, 2025International Journal on Research in STEM EducationOpen Access

Examining Challenges Associated with Numerical Cognition in Early Years Challenges Associated with Numerical Cognition in Early Years

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ABAnass BayagaStellenbosch UniversityPNP Nzuza

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Implication

Survey analysis reveals issues in numerical cognition for young learners, highlighting semantic misunderstandings.

Key Points

  • Challenges in numerical cognition include counting and understanding multi-digit numbers, which affects learning.
  • Data from 80 learners showed significant issues with reading numbers, copying figures, and recognizing mathematical signs.
  • The method involved survey design using semi-structured questionnaires to explore learning difficulties in young students.
  • The findings underscore the need for improved numerical literacy and teaching strategies to address these cognitive challenges.

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Bayaga et al. (2022) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68eb6f7ceea689731b300623https://doi.org/10.33830/ijrse.v4i1.884
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