Graduate Research Papers
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Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Keywords
Mathematics--Study and teaching (Preschool);
Abstract
"Numerosity" is the ability to count a set of objects using the correct number names in the proper order. Fuson and Hall (1983) assert that the use of cardinal words is one measure of the development of number knowledge. Using words in a cardinal context indicates that children are beginning to understand the "manyiness" of objects. The use of cardinal words is one of the best indicators that a child is beginning to understand counting and the underlying principles involved.
Numerosity is a concept which children often, but not always, demonstrate with overt behaviors. Understanding cardinality and numerical order, develops with an understanding of numerosity Assessing numerosity skills is one of the most reliable gauges of overall mathematical development in the preschool child.
Year of Submission
1998
Degree Name
Master of Arts in Education
Department
Department of Educational Psychology and Foundations
First Advisor
Elana Joram
Date Original
1998
Object Description
1 PDF file (v, 40 pages)
Copyright
©1998 Keely J. Beam
Language
en
File Format
application/pdf
Recommended Citation
Beam, Keely J., "What do young children know about numerosity? : implications for teachers" (1998). Graduate Research Papers. 321.
https://scholarworks.uni.edu/grp/321
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