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Mathematics Teaching during the Early Years in Hong Kong: A Reflection of Constructivism with Chinese Characteristics?
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Ng, Sharon S. N.; Rao, Nirmala – Early Years: An International Journal of Research and Development, 2008
This paper characterizes early mathematics instruction in Hong Kong. The teaching of addition in three pre-primary and three lower primary schools was observed and nine teachers were interviewed about their beliefs about early mathematics teaching. A child-centered, play-based approach was evident but teachers emphasized discipline, diligence and…
Descriptors: Constructivism (Learning), Ideology, Foreign Countries, Mathematics Instruction