Abstract
Mathematical talent is an intriguing human phenomenon. From the time of Poincare (1908/1952), who linked mathematical talent to mathematical creation, the relationship between mathematical talent and mathematical creativity has been at the heart of the discussion of mathematical talent. Analysis of the criteria used for empirical examination of mathematical talent shows that researchers connect mathematical talent to general giftedness, to mathematical achievement, or to mathematical creativity. This chapter discusses the developing mathematical talent in schoolchildren. It starts by discussing the components and complexities of mathematical talent and goes on to review several frameworks for its development. It briefly addresses characteristics of mathematical content and didactical principles directed at the development of mathematical talent. Finally, it briefly addresses the proficiency required for teaching the gifted and presents examples of mathematical problems and their solutions. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2020 APA, all rights reserved)
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | The psychology of high performance |
| Subtitle of host publication | Developing human potential into domain-specific talent |
| Editors | Rena F. Subotnik, Paula Olszewski-Kubilius, Frank C. Worrell |
| Place of Publication | Washington, DC |
| Publisher | American Psychological Association Inc. |
| Pages | 173-192 |
| Number of pages | 27 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 1433829886, 9781433829888, 1433830388, 9781433830389 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - 1 Jan 2019 |
Keywords
- Creativity
- Gifted
- Mathematical Ability
- Mathematics Education
- Teaching