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Mathematical Literacy and Young Children: Incorporating Technology in the Early Childhood Classroom

Mathematical Literacy and Young Children: Incorporating Technology in the Early Childhood Classroom
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Author(s): Ann H. Wallace (James Madison University, USA)and D. Reece Wilson (James Madison University, USA)
Copyright: 2020
Pages: 32
Source title: Handbook of Research on Integrating Digital Technology With Literacy Pedagogies
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Pamela M. Sullivan (James Madison University, USA), Jessica L. Lantz (James Madison University, USA)and Brian A. Sullivan (James Madison University, USA)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-7998-0246-4.ch014

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Abstract

This chapter focuses on three web-based applications and describes how each may be used to promote mathematical literacy in developmentally appropriate ways. The web-based applications described in this chapter are a selection of those provided at no cost by The Math Learning Center. The Number Rack Application is a calculating frame composed of 2 rows of 10 beads each. The rows of movable, colored beads encourage learners to think in groups of fives and tens, helping them to explore and discover a variety of addition and subtraction strategies. The Number Line Application helps students visualize number sequences and illustrate strategies for counting, comparing, adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing. The Money Pieces Application helps students visualize and understand money values and relationships. The strategy of Number Talks is used to promote mathematical literacy using these applications. A Number Talk is a short, ongoing daily routine with a focus on mental math strategies that provides students with meaningful practice with computation.

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