Assignment 1 for FMT3701 for 2022
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,Identify the statement that is NOT a characteristic of mathematics
1.It’s a language that uses symbols and notations
2. It enhances mental processes: logical and critical thinking, problem solving,
reasoning.
3. It describes numbers, geometry and graphical relationship through symbols and
notations
4. It is too abstract and does not progress developmentally.
Your answer is correct.
The correct answer is:
It is too abstract and does not progress developmentally.
2 Which one of the following statements is incorrect with regards
to the following theories?
1.Bruner’s theory operates on three levels, namely concrete, pre-
operational and operational.
2.theory focuses on social interaction, for example, the
interaction between peers or between the learner and older learners,
or between the learner and adults.
3. Some of the key features of Vygotsky’s theory are the zone of
proximal development, peer learning and scaffolding.
4. Piaget’s theory focuses on the stages of cognitive development.
Your answer is correct.
The correct answer is:
Bruner’s theory operates on three levels, namely concrete, pre-operational and
operational.
Question 3
Question text
, Select the option that does not relate to the child-centred
approach.
1.The child is at the centre of the teaching and learning process.
2.The teacher plans and executes the lesson without involving the
child; the child simply watches and follows instructions.
3.The child is a partner in the process of planning and teaching
the study material/concepts to be learnt.
4.The teacher facilitates the learning process by providing stimulating media,
manipulatives and direct instruction.
Your answer is correct.
The correct answer is:
The teacher plans and executes the lesson without involving the child; the child simply
watches and follows instructions.
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Question text
To promote problem-solving, a teacher should not …
1.accept just a single approach to solving problems.
2.allow children adequate time to engage in mathematical
activities.
3.
allow children to think aloud while they solve problems.
4.
constantly ask questions and encourage learners to think creatively.
Your answer is incorrect.
The correct answer is:
accept just a single approach to solving problems.
Clear my choice
Question 5
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30 Questions
100% MARKED
StudyfullTime
079452585
,Identify the statement that is NOT a characteristic of mathematics
1.It’s a language that uses symbols and notations
2. It enhances mental processes: logical and critical thinking, problem solving,
reasoning.
3. It describes numbers, geometry and graphical relationship through symbols and
notations
4. It is too abstract and does not progress developmentally.
Your answer is correct.
The correct answer is:
It is too abstract and does not progress developmentally.
2 Which one of the following statements is incorrect with regards
to the following theories?
1.Bruner’s theory operates on three levels, namely concrete, pre-
operational and operational.
2.theory focuses on social interaction, for example, the
interaction between peers or between the learner and older learners,
or between the learner and adults.
3. Some of the key features of Vygotsky’s theory are the zone of
proximal development, peer learning and scaffolding.
4. Piaget’s theory focuses on the stages of cognitive development.
Your answer is correct.
The correct answer is:
Bruner’s theory operates on three levels, namely concrete, pre-operational and
operational.
Question 3
Question text
, Select the option that does not relate to the child-centred
approach.
1.The child is at the centre of the teaching and learning process.
2.The teacher plans and executes the lesson without involving the
child; the child simply watches and follows instructions.
3.The child is a partner in the process of planning and teaching
the study material/concepts to be learnt.
4.The teacher facilitates the learning process by providing stimulating media,
manipulatives and direct instruction.
Your answer is correct.
The correct answer is:
The teacher plans and executes the lesson without involving the child; the child simply
watches and follows instructions.
Flag question
Question text
To promote problem-solving, a teacher should not …
1.accept just a single approach to solving problems.
2.allow children adequate time to engage in mathematical
activities.
3.
allow children to think aloud while they solve problems.
4.
constantly ask questions and encourage learners to think creatively.
Your answer is incorrect.
The correct answer is:
accept just a single approach to solving problems.
Clear my choice
Question 5
Not yet answered
