Activity Model for Developing Mathematical Skills for Early Childhood Based on The Reggio Emilia Approach

Abstract

Activity model for developing mathematical skills for early childhood based on the Reggio Emilia approach corresponding to child center and considering their age development stages. This approach gives them an opportunity to have real practice in order to get direct experience by gathering a variety of things, record them in their brain and use them reasonably when solving problems. It encourages children to be independent in learning in a relaxing atmosphere. Teachers will observe, advise, and reduce their role in studying together with children and supporting them. The model is divided to 2 activity: (1) Series game activity and (2) Single game activity. The activities include a study process and observation of comparison between the varieties of the required items namely, position, size, amount, number, shape and form. It gives an opportunity for children to discover a variety of playing methods together. They will exchange opinions among teachers and friends through thinking processes in all aspects. It will help early childhood to have a good attitude to learn mathematical skills.