MEECE BECD 3115: MATHEMATICS EDUCATION IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

The course surveys the concept of mathematics; objectives of teaching mathematics in nursery and lower primary classes; children’s early mathematics experiences and concepts; number work and activities for pre-school; Piaget’s implications to the teaching and learning of mathematics; the role of the teacher/children in learning of mathematics; integrating mathematics with other learning areas; monitoring and assessing learning of mathematics. Development of materials for teaching/learning mathematics to young children will also be covered.