Playing with simple robotics: a tool for mathematics learning in the early years

Kate Highfield

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    Abstract

    This paper describes the mathematical engagement of 31 children, aged three to seven years as they participated in a twelve-week program using simple robotics. The study examined the children's mathematical learning and play in two contexts: a prior-to-school setting and Grade One in a primary school. Data collated from video taped experiences, semi-structured interviews and children's representations highlighted the rich mathematics learning in number, space and measurement. Children engaged in a cycle of programming the robotic toys that promoted reflective problem solving.
    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publicationInternational Symposium on Elementary Mathematics Teaching
    Subtitle of host publicationproceedings : tasks and tools in elementary mathematics
    EditorsJarmila Novotna, Hana Moraova
    Place of PublicationPrague
    PublisherCharles University, Faculty of Education
    Pages122-130
    Number of pages9
    ISBN (Print)9788072906376
    Publication statusPublished - 2013
    EventInternational Symposium on Elementary Mathematics Teaching - Prague
    Duration: 18 Aug 201323 Aug 2013

    Conference

    ConferenceInternational Symposium on Elementary Mathematics Teaching
    CityPrague
    Period18/08/1323/08/13

    Keywords

    • simple robotics
    • young children
    • problem-solving
    • representation

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