David Geary
David Geary is an American evolutionary psychologist known for his research on cognitive development and learning, particularly in the areas of mathematics and language acquisition. He has contributed significantly to understanding how innate cognitive structures influence learning processes in children, emphasizing the distinction between biologically primary knowledge, such as oral language, and biologically secondary knowledge, such as reading and writing. His work has implications for educational practices, particularly in how educators approach teaching reading and literacy.
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David Geary was supportive of Stephen Hoyle during his early years at Napier City Rovers.
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David Geary defines oral language as a 'biologically primary' knowledge that children learn spontaneously.
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