Teaching Geometry in Kindergarten Through Information and Communications Technology

Abstract

The aim of the current work is to explore whether Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) can enhance preschool students' proficiency in geometric shapes. This research employs the "GeoHieleICTshapes" model, an educational software designed to introduce an innovative educational framework and foster the development of geometric thinking among kindergarten students. The study compares the academic performance of students in the experimental group, instructed using the "GeoHieleICTshapes" model, with that of students in the control group receiving traditional teaching aligned with the kindergarten curriculum. Central to this investigation is the creation of a novel classroom environment that integrates ICT activities with hands-on experiences (blended learning) to teach geometry to kindergarten children. Participants in the study were kindergarten students divided into experimental and control groups. Both groups underwent pre-tests and post-tests to assess their proficiency in geometric shapes. The results demonstrate that integrating ICT into teaching and learning cultivates an engaging and interactive learning environment for kindergarten students. Furthermore, this approach positively impacts the acquisition of geometric knowledge compared to traditional teaching methods.