Extending the reach of mousetracking in numerical cognition: a comment on Fischer and Hartmann (2014)

Frontiers in Psychology

Thomas J. Faulkenberry¹ 

关键词: numerical cognition;    mousetracking;    competition;    dynamics;    embodiment;   

DOI  :  10.3389/fpsyg.2014.01436

学科分类：心理学（综合）

来源: Frontiers

【 摘 要 】

In a recent article, Fischer and Hartmann (2014) present a brief methodological review of the use of computer mousetracking in analyzing the processes involved in numerical cognition. Most certainly this review is a welcome addition to the mathematical cognition literature, especially in light of recent studies that have used the technique to study numerical decision processes. After presenting a general overview of the computer mousetracking method, Fischer and Hartmann make several recommendations (e.g., reporting exact mouse settings, constraining wrist movement, etc.) that will surely help to facilitate comparison and interpretation across a variety of studies as we continue to advance our knowledge of the dynamics of numerical processing. The purpose of the present commentary is not to be critical; rather, we hope that this commentary will be seen as complementary to (as well as complimentary of) the recommendations of Fischer and Hartmann (2014). We feel that their review is timely and informative. However, we also feel that some of the issues raised by Fischer and Hartmann warrant further discussion.

【 授权许可】

CC BY