Effective Strategies for Teaching Counting in Early Childhood
Course Description
This course provides a practical foundation for teaching early numeracy and counting readiness in preschool and early childhood settings. It covers the development of counting skills from rote memorization to meaningful, rational counting, using engaging approaches like songs, movement, storytelling, manipulatives, daily routines, and technology. Participants will learn how to support diverse learners, identify common errors, and use informal assessments to guide instruction, with a focus on fostering mathematical thinking and positive peer interactions.
What You will Learn?
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❖ Differentiate between rote, rational, and abstract counting.
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❖ Recognize developmental milestones and address common misconceptions in early numeracy.
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❖ Plan and implement engaging counting activities (songs, movement, manipulatives, storytelling).
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❖ Embed counting into daily routines and play for meaningful practice.
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❖ Use informal assessments to track progress and identify earning gaps.
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❖ Apply differentiation strategies to support diverse learners.
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❖ Promote peer interaction through group counting games and small-group activities.
Sessions for this course
Session 1: Understanding Early Numeracy and Counting Readiness
Session 2: Rote Counting through Songs, Rhymes, and Movement
Session 3: One-to-One Correspondence and Rational Counting
Session 4: Using Everyday Contexts and Play for Counting
Session 5: Storytelling, Visual Aids, and Technology for Counting
Session 6: Assessment, Differentiation, and Supporting Slow Learners
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