How is spatial reasoning associated with mathematical ability? Evidence based on a meta-analysis - ScienceDirect

How is spatial reasoning associated with mathematical ability? Evidence based on a meta-analysis - ScienceDirect 
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1041608025002146

 

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Abstract

Despite extensive research exploring the relationship between various spatial reasoning and mathematical abilities, there is rare evidence of their integrated effects and relational specificity. Using the meta-analysis method, this study estimated the spatial reasoning-mathematics correlation and analysed the potential moderating effects of spatial reasoning factors (i.e., spatial visualisation, mental rotation, and spatial orientation), mathematical domains (i.e., numerical, arithmetic, geometric, logical reasoning, and comprehensive math), and age (i.e., preschoolers, children, adolescents, and adults). After integrating 62 studies with 239 effect sizes, a moderate correlation (r = 0.31, 95 % CI [0.29, 0.33]) was identified between spatial reasoning and mathematics; spatial visualisation and spatial orientation showed stronger associations with mathematical ability than mental rotation; comprehensive math, geometry and logical reasoning exhibited superior correlations with spatial reasoning than arithmetic. In addition, no relational differences were detected among preschoolers, children, adolescents, and adults. Theoretical and practical implications of these findings are discussed.

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Kevin S. McGrew, PhD
Educational & School Psychologist
Director
Institute for Applied Psychometrics (IAP)
https://www.themindhub.com
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