This course focuses on early mathematical concepts that are relevant to young children ages birth through age six, with and without disabilities. Students will examine their own relationship to mathematics, identify opportunities for mathematics learning throughout the curriculum, observe and assess young children’s developing mathematical knowledge, plan and implement play-based experiences that focus on specific math concepts, and use a variety of strategies and materials to promote children’s interests and abilities in mathematics. Emphasis will be placed on both mathematical content as well as mathematical processes. Approximately ten hours of daytime focused field experiences (observations, assessment, and activity implementation) with individual and small groups of children in a preschool or kindergarten setting are required.
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