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ASSESSMENT OF EARLY MATHEMATICS ABILITY OF LOWER BASIC EDUCATION PUPILS. PRACTICAL USE OF THE PIAGETIAN TESTS.

Obienyem, C, Obienyem, B.I.&Okolo,Emmanuel

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Abstract This study investigated Early Mathematics Ability of Lower Basic Education pupils in Aguata Education Zone of Anambra State. It is quasi experimental and involved a sample of fifty - six (56) primary one pupils selected through a multiple random sampling techniques in their intact classes. The instrument for data collection is a 9-item cognitive test developed in line with Piagets test guide in the area of conservation of numbers, length, continuous quantity and weight of objects. It was validated by two experts in Mathematics education. Findings showed that the primary one pupil (5-6) years used in the study tend to be confused when the relative position of objects was changed. Significant proportion of the pupils could not recognize that changes in the shape of identical objects did not affect the weight and quantity of the substance. The researchers recommended that teachers should involve the pupils effectively through exploratory and experimental teaching activities making good use of teaching materials etc.

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