Technological Applications to Support Children’s Development of Spatial Awareness
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David Matthews, Eugene A. Geist, Ohio University, United States
ITCE Volume 2002, Number 1, ISSN 1522-8185 Publisher: Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE)
Abstract
This article presents methods and theory behind promoting children's spatial awareness through representing 3D reality in 2D cyberspace. Spatial awareness in children is an often neglected aspect in early education. However, applications such as GPS and 3D modeling programs can be used to offer children rich experiences that allow children to interact and experience 2D and 3D space in a way that promotes a sense of spatial awareness.
Citation
Matthews, D. & Geist, E.A. (2002). Technological Applications to Support Children’s Development of Spatial Awareness. Information Technology in Childhood Education Annual, 2002(1), 321-336. Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE). Retrieved March 28, 2024 from https://www.learntechlib.org/primary/p/10759/.
© 2002 Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE)
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