EMA 1501
ASSIGNMENT 2
2024
, 1.1 Define Emergent Mathematics
Emergent mathematics is the earliest phase of development of
mathematical and spatial concepts. Emergent mathematics encompasses
the skills and attitudes that a child develops in relation to math concepts
throughout the early childhood period. Emergent mathematics and those
foundational math skills are not optional. They are necessary to the success
of each and every student.
1.2 Mathematical Concepts in Childhood Stories
As a child, I remember the story of "The Three Little Pigs," which introduced
the concept of spatial reasoning and material properties. The story
highlighted the importance of making strong and stable houses using
different materials, such as straw, sticks, and bricks. This taught me about
the concepts of stability, durability, and construction, which are fundamental
to engineering and geometry. Additionally, the story involved counting and
ASSIGNMENT 2
2024
, 1.1 Define Emergent Mathematics
Emergent mathematics is the earliest phase of development of
mathematical and spatial concepts. Emergent mathematics encompasses
the skills and attitudes that a child develops in relation to math concepts
throughout the early childhood period. Emergent mathematics and those
foundational math skills are not optional. They are necessary to the success
of each and every student.
1.2 Mathematical Concepts in Childhood Stories
As a child, I remember the story of "The Three Little Pigs," which introduced
the concept of spatial reasoning and material properties. The story
highlighted the importance of making strong and stable houses using
different materials, such as straw, sticks, and bricks. This taught me about
the concepts of stability, durability, and construction, which are fundamental
to engineering and geometry. Additionally, the story involved counting and
