In this presentation, we discuss a piece of empirical research we recently conducted thanks to a cooperation between the Universities of Pisa and Firenze and a Pre-kindergarten school in Livorno (Tuscany, Italy). The research idea was to assess Spatial Skills of Pre-K children using a map, proposed in two different scales, as an investigation tool. Our research aims at understanding in which ways and according to which phases spatial thinking develops in children, and if it is possible to identify marked differences related to growth, gender, or any evolutionary leaps. The experiment was conducted over a period of approximately six months and delivered significant results. A sample of approximately one hundred children, almost equally divided by age and gender, was examined (Table 1). To ensure that the behaviour and responses of each child were not influenced by external conditioning, the experimentation required the provision of a suitable environment and an appropriate amount of time.
Cartography as a tool to assess spatial skills in children aged 3–5 years
Paola Zamperlin
Primo
Membro del Collaboration Group
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2021-01-01
Abstract
In this presentation, we discuss a piece of empirical research we recently conducted thanks to a cooperation between the Universities of Pisa and Firenze and a Pre-kindergarten school in Livorno (Tuscany, Italy). The research idea was to assess Spatial Skills of Pre-K children using a map, proposed in two different scales, as an investigation tool. Our research aims at understanding in which ways and according to which phases spatial thinking develops in children, and if it is possible to identify marked differences related to growth, gender, or any evolutionary leaps. The experiment was conducted over a period of approximately six months and delivered significant results. A sample of approximately one hundred children, almost equally divided by age and gender, was examined (Table 1). To ensure that the behaviour and responses of each child were not influenced by external conditioning, the experimentation required the provision of a suitable environment and an appropriate amount of time.I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.
