Constructing squares as a mathematical problem solving process in pre-school
Could problem solving be the object of teaching in early education? Could children’s engagement in problem solving processes lead to skills and conceptual understanding development? Could appropriate teaching interventions scaffold children’s efforts? The sample consisted of 25 children attending pu...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Metaichmio Publications
2014-06-01
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| Series: | Review of Science, Mathematics and ICT Education |
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| Online Access: | http://resmicte.lis.upatras.gr/index.php/review/article/view/2039/2280 |
| Summary: | Could problem solving be the object of teaching in early education? Could children’s engagement in problem solving processes lead to skills and conceptual understanding development? Could appropriate teaching interventions scaffold children’s efforts? The sample consisted of 25 children attending public pre-school in Cyprus. The children were asked to construct different sized squares. Findings show that children responded positively to the problem and were successful in solving it. During the problem solving process children demonstrated development of skills and conceptual understanding. Teacher-children and children-children interactions played an important role in the positive outcome of the activity. |
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| ISSN: | 1791-261X 1792-3999 |