This study will explore the use and learning theory of applying manipulatives in the Foundation Phase classrooms to teach mathematical concepts (Dahl 2011:1). The use of manipulatives in mathematics has become a passionate topic in the Foundation Phase (Storm 2009:1). The research topic is based on using manipulatives to assist mathematics in a Grade 3 classroom. According to Dahl (2011:1) “Manipulatives are an instrument for teaching, however educators generally do not use them due to a lack of…
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Math Manipulatives” I learned an immense amount of valuable information on the use of math manipulatives in the classroom. One of the valuable pieces of information that I learned was that manipulatives build students confidence in the world of mathematics by providing students with a approach to test and reinforce their reasoning. Another important piece that I learned about teaching with manipulatives is that manipulatives can be used to support a lesson in math. The valuable part of using math…
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Strengths and Weakness Uncovered The use of the CCSS has been beneficial to some aspects of the classroom. It provides expectations for all students and that both students and teachers can strive to reach, it incorporates the use of technology in that children can be able to interact with what is currently a huge component of are daily lives today. Lastly, it promotes the fostering and scaffolding of skills and abilities to enable critical thinking, transfer of skills for real world application…
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“The ability to use these nonlinguistic, graphic systems is useful in everyday life and vital for communications in the sciences, mathematics, the arts, engineering, and other professions (Copple, Pg. 83). Spatial literacy begins at a very young age when children begin to recognize pictures and begin the physical patterns of movement such as crawling, walking and using utensils. 2. When children rely on spatial cues, they often make mistakes. Describe what might happen when a preschool child relies…
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revolution of technology on education undoubtedly change the way we study. In the past, the study was only an interaction between student and teacher through books and board. Unlike the past, blackboard has been replaced by projectors inside classroom, and in steads of using only book, computer or tablet devices have been allowed to use popularly as a new study methods. However, with the rise of use of technology in school, today’s education is affected in both negative and positive ways. In spite of the…
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being the source of dissatisfaction and “the real problem” with the education system (para. 2). He believes the main issue for disadvantage students is disruptive classrooms. Thus, regardless of socio-economic background, school funding or marketization of schools, Donnelly specifies that “badly behaved students and poorly managed classroom” as the main determinant for failing student outcomes (2014, para. 7). The articles preferred discourse is summarized in the headline, ‘The lost art of discipline’…
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IMPACT OF SMASSE INSET ON STUDENTS' ATTITUDE AND PERFORMANCE IN MATHEMATICS IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN KOSOFE DISTRICT BY BERNARD - SAMUEL - CLEMENT MATRIC NO: PT/10/22738 A THESIS SUBMITTED IN PARTIAL FULFILLMENT OF THE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE NIGERIA CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION (N.C.E) DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER/MATHEMATICS IN ADENIRAN OGUNSANYA COLLEGE OF EDUCATION IJANIKI, OGUDU CAMPUS JUNE 2013 DEDICATION To my God the beginner and the author of my life who made it possible…
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children to understand in such a short amount of time”, “My principal wants me to integrate more technology into my lesson”, or the famous line “My kids think everything I do is boring:” Many of these comments come from veteran teachers with years of classroom experience, therefore many students struggle in class because they lack traditional skills. “What if every child entered kindergarten ready to learn?” but many of our students still have separate and drastically unequal learning experiences. Many…
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The sensorial materials simply present three mathematics concepts of completeness, geometry and early algebra. Dr. Montessori was convinced that there are two things to be introduced before working with mathematics. “Before beginning mathematics work, the child must therefore do two things: explore and accept the notion of idealized things with isolated qualities, and gain practice in the requisite intellectual.” – MMI Mathematics Course Manual pg. 6 The child’s intellectual skills are…
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intelligences (M.I.)? 2. How does this theory differ from the traditional definition of intelligence? 3. What do multiple intelligences have to do with my classroom? 4. How has M.I. theory developed since it was introduced in 1983? 5. Who are the critics of this theory and what do they say? 6. What are some benefits of using the multiple intelligences approach in my school? 7. How can applying M.I. theory help students learn better? 8. How can I find out more about M.I. theory…
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