Computers in Early Childhood Mathematics [1]

ABSTRACT Computers are increasingly a part of the lives of young children. This article reviews empirical studies that have investigated the implementation and use of computers in early childhood mathematics, from birth to grade 3. Major topics include general issues of children using computers, the use and efficacy of various types of computer programs for teaching and learning mathematics, and effective teaching strategies using computers. Children Using Computers Most schools have some computer technology, with the ratio of computers to students changing from 1:125 in 1984 and 1:22 in 1990 to 1:10 in 199