Share Paper: Reaching Potential: Incorporating Science, Mathematics, and Technology in Early Childhood Settings
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Abstract: The purpose of this study is to determine whether or not some content specific/purposeful math and science activities/projects (informally and via explicit instruction) would enhance Pre-K children’s learning of math and science skills and concepts. A total of 58 Pre-K children identified at risk for school failure (24 girls and 34 boys) distributed across four classrooms participated in this study. A quasi-experimental design was used to examine the effect of carefully planned math and science activities/projects (intervention) on children’s learning. The preliminary findings of this study demonstrate that young children from low income (SES) backgrounds can be successful in attaining ...