놀이 수학 활동을 활용한 수업이 1학년 아동의 문제 해결력과 수학적 태도에 미치는 영향

Abstract

In this study we analyzes the effect of math play learning on first-graders' problem-solving ability and mathematical attitude for the improvement of teaching methods.

For this study, 2 classes of first graders who go to D elementary school were chosen and divided into an experimental class and a comparative class. The experimental class were taught through the lesson plans based on the mathematics play, and the comparative class were taught through the regular lesson plan based on the regular materials. Both groups were initially given tests to measure mathematical problem solving ability and attitudes. Once the experimental study was completed, both groups were once again given the same tests to determine if significant changes had occurred.

The conclusions of the study are as follows. First, math play learning is more effective at improving first-graders' math problem solving ability than regular educational methods. Math play learning motivates students and gets them interested in learning math, resulting in an increase in student' math problem solving skills. Second, through math play learning, students feel more confidence, more achievement motivation, increased interest in math. Most first grade students don't feel engaged by their school math classes due to the prevalence of preemptive education in which students learn class material beforehand at home or in private educational institutes. By having math play learning, students are able to feel interest in math classes once again.