The Effects of an Everyday Life Problem-Solving Centered Preschool Mathematical Program on Children's Mathematical Problem-Solving and Attitude

Abstract

Objectives This study aimed to examine the effects of an everyday life problem-solving centered preschool mathematical program on young children’s mathematical problem-solving and attitude. Methods We selected two classes of children aged 5-6 years. There were 23 children in the experiment group and 23 children in the comparison group in S city from June 20, 2018 to August 20, 2018. Using the SPSS WINDOWS 21.0 program, independent samples t-tests and corresponding sample t-tests were implemented. Results The everyday life problem-solving centered preschool mathematical program had positive effects on improving children's mathematical problem-solving but not their mathematical attitude in the experiment group. Conclusion By showing the value of preschool mathematical education in everyday life, this study will be helpful improving preschool mathematical programs. Keywords: mathematical problem-solving, mathematical attitude, everyday life problem-solving, problem-based learning