Why care about Early stage Mental Math Proficiency ?
BUILDS LONG TERM FINANCIAL ACUMEN At EMA, we hold the belief that a foundation in financial intelligence is rooted in a profound ease with numbers. Recognizing financial acumen as a key pillar for long-term individual success, we emphasize the importance of cultivating comfort and expertise in mental numerical dexterity from a young age. This practice forms robust neural pathways, enabling swift and precise processing of numbers. Such mastery not only fosters academic excellence but also serves as the cornerstone for ascending the corporate hierarchy or achieving success as a business owner and administrator
MATH ANXIETY - TO - SELF CONFIDENCE Engaging in Mental Math Practice not only enhances children's self-confidence and self-esteem but also proves transformative for those grappling with Math anxiety or harboring doubts about their Math abilities. As they embark on the journey of learning Mental Math, a significant shift occurs in their attitude, dispelling long-standing misconceptions built over the years.
IMPROVES LEARNING MEMORY Among various types of memory, working memory stands out as the one actively employed while solving problems. In the realm of Mental Math practice, where we navigate through steps and solutions, our working memory plays a pivotal role. Beginning with simpler problems and progressively advancing to more challenging ones, this process not only sharpens our Mental Math skills but also enhances our working memory capabilities.
RIGHT & LEFT BRAIN SIMULTANEOUS ACTIVATION Mental Math practice concurrently activates both hemispheres of the brain, fostering enhanced connectivity between them. Particularly impactful in younger students with developing brains, this practice engages the left side for calculations while the right side visualizes problem-solving. The synergy of these processes trains both brain hemispheres to work seamlessly in tandem.
ENHANCES FOCUS AND RETENTION Mental Math problem-solving demands unwavering focus and attention, distinct from other forms of learning. Any lapse in concentration may lead to a loss of track in the problem-solving process. In an age dominated by mobile phones and electronic devices, where attention spans are diminishing, the cultivation of this skill becomes increasingly crucial
FOSTERS MENTAL RESILIENCE SPEED Math actively engages cognitive faculties, serving as a rigorous workout for the brain. Much like the difference between effortlessly lifting a one-pound weight, akin to using a calculator, and intentionally lifting a fifty-pound weight, this practice elevates mental resilience to an unprecedented level, contributing to enhanced cognitive capabilities.
