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Area of Science:

  • Educational Technology
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Mathematics Education

Background:

  • Investigated the impact of interactive technology (math apps on iPads) in a rural kindergarten.
  • Examined factors influencing technology use in a play-based learning setting.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To measure the effect of interactive math apps on kindergarten children's number sense acquisition.
  • To identify factors influencing the integration of technology in play-based learning environments.

Main Methods:

  • Employed an experimental design within a mixed-methods approach.
  • Included a small sample (n=13) in a rural kindergarten classroom.
  • Teacher was a self-described beginner with iPad use.

Main Results:

  • Observed small, non-significant gains in number sense between control and intervention groups.
  • Children demonstrated collaboration but disengaged with overly challenging apps.
  • Children preferred creative/entertaining apps over purely educational ones.

Conclusions:

  • Interactive technology can enhance mathematics learning, engagement, and collaboration in kindergarten.
  • App quality (creativity, fun) and appropriate difficulty level are crucial for sustained engagement.
  • Technology integration requires careful consideration of app design and user experience.