Pikkewyntjies Kleuterskool
Mathematics in the Preschool | Short Course
About Course
In the Mathematics in the Preschool Short Course we look at the importance of understanding numbers, but also at the value of counting rhymes and other patterns. We discuss which other mathematical skills are important and how to apply mathematics in the preschool classroom practically.
In this course we cover the following topics:
Chapter 1: Constructivism
Lesson 1: What is constructivism
Lesson 2: Individual constructivism
Lesson 3: Social constructivism
Chapter 2: Stages of mathematical development
Lesson 1: Sensory-motor stage
Lesson 2: Pre-operational stage
Lesson 3: Concrete operational stage
Lesson 4: Formal-operational stage
Chapter 3: Types of mathematical knowledge
Lesson 1: Physical knowledge
Lesson 2: Social knowledge
Lesson 3: Logical-mathematical knowledge
Lesson 4: Distinction between social and logical-mathematical knowledge
Chapter 4: Number Sense
Lesson 1: What is number sense
Lesson 2: Why it matters
Lesson 3: How do I teach number sense?
Chapter 5: Patterns
Lesson 1: Types of patterns
Lesson 2: Why it matters
Lesson 3: Activities to practice patterns
Chapter 6: Other important math concepts in preschool
Lesson 1: What do my policies say?
ELDA document (0-5 years)
CAPS Document (Grade R)
Lesson 2: Space and form
Lesson 3: Measurement
Lesson 4: Data handling
Chapter 7: How do I make mathematics practical?
Lesson 1: Work concretely
Lesson 2: Perceptual skills that precede mathematics
Lesson 3: Mathematical apparatus (p.2/8 Guide 1) (discover yourself – apply in real situations)
Course Content
Constructivism
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What is constructivism?
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Individual constructivism
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Lesson 3: Social constructivism
Stages of Mathematical Development
Types of mathematical knowledge
Number sense
Patterns
Other important math concepts in preschool
How do I make mathematics practical?
Kursussertifikaat | Course Certificate
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Student Ratings & Reviews
The foundation of mathematics being patterns, I have learnt the importance of introducing children in patterns so as to prepare them in the mathematical world.
It was very informative course. From concrete to abstract. The ELDA and CAPS documents guides an educator where to start and where a phase ends.
This course offers practical ways to introduce mathematics into the classroom. It also let the educator think of creative ways to use everyday objects in the mathematics lesson
Enjoyed it, thank you!
This helped me alot to know how i can help my children in class learn mathematical through play.
it was very interesting and well presented.
