Answer to Question #106119 in Math for Anu

Question

Give one example each, with justification, to support the following statements. (6)
i) For developing mathematical ability, children should pose problems and not
merely answer them
ii) Children know some mathematics before they enter formal school.
iii) Children learn by experiencing things.

Answer 1

i) Problem-posing refers to a method of teaching that emphasizes critical thinking for the purpose of liberation.

The Montessori method, developed by Maria Montessori is an example of problem-posing education in an early childhood model.

ii) Children begin learning mathematics well before they enter elementary school. Starting from infancy and continuing throughout the preschool period, they develop a base of skills, concepts, and misconceptions about numbers and mathematics.

iii) Children and teenagers learn by observing, listening, exploring, experimenting and asking questions. Children learn by using objects in lots of different ways.