WGU D692 TASK 1 | EARLY MATHEMATICS
METHODS AND INTERVENTIONS | 2026
UPDATE WITH COMPLETE SOLUTION
ALREADY GRADED A+
Conceptual Understanding - ANSWERS-involves grasping the meaning
behind mathematical concepts, such as understanding what numbers
represent and how operations like addition and subtraction work.
Procedural fluency - ANSWERS-focuses on students' ability to carry
out mathematical procedures accurately and efficiently, such as
recalling basic addition facts or using standard algorithms for
multiplication.
Strategic competence - ANSWERS-refers to students' ability to
formulate and apply strategies to solve mathematical problems, such
as choosing the right approach to solve a word problem involving
addition or subtraction.
Adaptive reasoning - ANSWERS-involves students' capacity to think
logically through mathematical situations and make connections
between different mathematical ideas, fostering deeper
understanding.
,Productive disposition - ANSWERS-refers to students' attitudes and
beliefs towards mathematics, including their confidence in their ability
to learn and apply mathematical concepts. It emphasizes
perseverance in problem-solving and a positive outlook toward
mathematical challenges.
Which of the following are key aspects of doing mathematics? -
ANSWERS--Representing and connecting
-Explaining and justifying
-Contextualizing and decontextualizing
-Noticing and using mathematical structures
Pre-k grade level math example: - ANSWERS-Count how many blocks
they can stack before they tumble down.
Kindergarten grade level math example: - ANSWERS-Measuring how
tall they are compared to their friends.
First grade level math example: - ANSWERS-Sharing snacks equally
among friends.
Second grade level math example: - ANSWERS-Comparing weights of
objects using a balance scale
Third grade level math example: - ANSWERS-Reading and
understanding large numbers on a scoreboard during a game.
,Culturally responsive teaching is key to promoting equity in math
education by recognizing and valuing students' diverse cultural
backgrounds. (True or False) - ANSWERS-True
What is the primary goal of the science of math in education? -
ANSWERS-To enhance educational practices by identifying evidence-
based approaches that promote deep mathematical understanding and
proficiency
Five Strands of Math Proficiency: - ANSWERS--Conceptual
understanding
-Procedural fluency
-Strategic Competence
-Adaptive Reasoning
-Productive Disposition
contextualizing and decontextualizing: - ANSWERS-the ability to
connect abstract math concepts to real-world situations and vice
versa, important for PK-3 learners' comprehension and application of
math
explaining and justifying mathematical reasoning: - ANSWERS-the
process of articulating and defending one's mathematical thinking,
important for PK-3 learners' understanding and communication of
math concepts
, National Research Council (NRC): - ANSWERS-an organization that
provides research and recommendations to improve educational
practices, including math education for PK-3 learners
spatial reasoning skills: - ANSWERS-the ability to understand and
manipulate shapes and spaces, important for developing early math
skills in PK-3 learners
numeracy: - ANSWERS-the ability to understand and work with
numbers, crucial for developing mathematical skills in PK-3 learners
Which of the following is a key strategy for promoting equity in early
childhood math education? - ANSWERS-Culturally responsive teaching
that values students' diverse cultural backgrounds
Which strategies can help students develop a positive disposition
toward math? - ANSWERS--Encouraging perseverance in problem-
solving tasks
-Providing timely feedback during math activities
-Using math games incorporating play and learning
Why is it important for PreK-3 students to engage in hands-on
activities like using manipulatives in math lessons? - ANSWERS-Hands-
on activities help students concretize abstract math concepts and
engage actively in learning.
METHODS AND INTERVENTIONS | 2026
UPDATE WITH COMPLETE SOLUTION
ALREADY GRADED A+
Conceptual Understanding - ANSWERS-involves grasping the meaning
behind mathematical concepts, such as understanding what numbers
represent and how operations like addition and subtraction work.
Procedural fluency - ANSWERS-focuses on students' ability to carry
out mathematical procedures accurately and efficiently, such as
recalling basic addition facts or using standard algorithms for
multiplication.
Strategic competence - ANSWERS-refers to students' ability to
formulate and apply strategies to solve mathematical problems, such
as choosing the right approach to solve a word problem involving
addition or subtraction.
Adaptive reasoning - ANSWERS-involves students' capacity to think
logically through mathematical situations and make connections
between different mathematical ideas, fostering deeper
understanding.
,Productive disposition - ANSWERS-refers to students' attitudes and
beliefs towards mathematics, including their confidence in their ability
to learn and apply mathematical concepts. It emphasizes
perseverance in problem-solving and a positive outlook toward
mathematical challenges.
Which of the following are key aspects of doing mathematics? -
ANSWERS--Representing and connecting
-Explaining and justifying
-Contextualizing and decontextualizing
-Noticing and using mathematical structures
Pre-k grade level math example: - ANSWERS-Count how many blocks
they can stack before they tumble down.
Kindergarten grade level math example: - ANSWERS-Measuring how
tall they are compared to their friends.
First grade level math example: - ANSWERS-Sharing snacks equally
among friends.
Second grade level math example: - ANSWERS-Comparing weights of
objects using a balance scale
Third grade level math example: - ANSWERS-Reading and
understanding large numbers on a scoreboard during a game.
,Culturally responsive teaching is key to promoting equity in math
education by recognizing and valuing students' diverse cultural
backgrounds. (True or False) - ANSWERS-True
What is the primary goal of the science of math in education? -
ANSWERS-To enhance educational practices by identifying evidence-
based approaches that promote deep mathematical understanding and
proficiency
Five Strands of Math Proficiency: - ANSWERS--Conceptual
understanding
-Procedural fluency
-Strategic Competence
-Adaptive Reasoning
-Productive Disposition
contextualizing and decontextualizing: - ANSWERS-the ability to
connect abstract math concepts to real-world situations and vice
versa, important for PK-3 learners' comprehension and application of
math
explaining and justifying mathematical reasoning: - ANSWERS-the
process of articulating and defending one's mathematical thinking,
important for PK-3 learners' understanding and communication of
math concepts
, National Research Council (NRC): - ANSWERS-an organization that
provides research and recommendations to improve educational
practices, including math education for PK-3 learners
spatial reasoning skills: - ANSWERS-the ability to understand and
manipulate shapes and spaces, important for developing early math
skills in PK-3 learners
numeracy: - ANSWERS-the ability to understand and work with
numbers, crucial for developing mathematical skills in PK-3 learners
Which of the following is a key strategy for promoting equity in early
childhood math education? - ANSWERS-Culturally responsive teaching
that values students' diverse cultural backgrounds
Which strategies can help students develop a positive disposition
toward math? - ANSWERS--Encouraging perseverance in problem-
solving tasks
-Providing timely feedback during math activities
-Using math games incorporating play and learning
Why is it important for PreK-3 students to engage in hands-on
activities like using manipulatives in math lessons? - ANSWERS-Hands-
on activities help students concretize abstract math concepts and
engage actively in learning.
