Insights from Educational Neuroscience and Serious Games in Math Learning by Flávia H Santos

Insights from Educational Neuroscience and Serious Games in Math Learning by Flávia H Santos

Insights from Educational Neuroscience and Serious Games in Math Learning offers a compelling exploration of how mathematics learning develops through the dynamic interaction of brain development, cognition, emotion, language, environment, and technology. Drawing on neuroscience, psychology, education, and game-based learning research, the book explores how innovative technologies can improve achievement, engagement, and inclusion in mathematics education while addressing key challenges in developing and implementing effective serious games and emerging technologies for mathematics learning. With contributions from leading researchers and practitioners from around the world, each chapter presents complex ideas in an accessible and engaging way.

The first section explores the relationships between mathematics learning and key factors, including executive functions, metacognition, spatial cognition, affective regulation, mathematics anxiety, and developmental dyscalculia. The second section examines the educational potential of digital games, artificial intelligence, adaptive technologies, embodied learning, and intelligent tutoring systems, from early childhood to higher education. Grounded in evidence-based practice, the volume bridges neuroscience and gaming to provide valuable insights for educators, researchers, policymakers, and developers shaping the future of mathematics learning through technology-driven innovation and impact.

Flávia H. Santos, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Cognitive and Developmental Neuroscience based at the Institute of Education, University College London. Her research investigates mathematical cognition and the factors involved in developmental processes, individual differences, and academic outcomes. Her lab has been funded by Research Ireland, the European Commission, and the Leverhulme Trust to develop evidence-based interventions that address real-world educational challenges, such as low mathematics achievement, developmental dyscalculia, and mathematics anxiety. Santos is affiliated with the UK Centre for Educational Neuroscience and contributes to UNESCO Inclusive Policy Lab initiatives. Nikolaus Conrad began his career in education, teaching before moving into the corporate world, where he spent years in IT management and data analytics, working with international companies on performance measurement and business systems. He returned to education in 2015, founding Headstart Technology, now a Microsoft Global Education Training Partner helping schools implement edtech in transformative ways. He holds a Master's in Knowledge-Based Entrepreneurship, examining how technology can reshape teaching and learning, and is involved in Erasmus+ projects connecting educators across Europe.

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ISBN 13	9780443443367
ISBN 10	044344336X
Title	Insights from Educational Neuroscience and Serious Games in Math Learning
Author	Flávia H Santos
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc
Year published	2027-03-01
Number of pages	300
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