Examination of parents’ opinions regarding the acquisition of mathematical skills in preschool period

Abstract

Aim: In the study, it has been aimed to reveal the views of parents on the role of parents in supporting preschool children's mathematical skills. Methods: The data has been collected through a semi-structured interview form with the permissions obtained from the ethics committee, provincial national directorate, and parents. Content analysis approach has been used in the evaluation of the data. Results: It has been determined that parents are aware of the importance of mathematics and its place in daily life. Parents emphasized that mathematics makes life easier and is necessary throughout life. In addition, it has been found that parents support the development of their children's mathematical skills by using both materials and technology at home with their children. In addition, it has been concluded that parents are aware that they play a reinforcing role in supporting their children's mathematical skills. Conclusion: It has been determined that parents are aware of the importance of mathematics and its place in daily life. Parents emphasized that mathematics makes life easier and is necessary throughout life. In addition, it has been found that parents support the development of their children's mathematical skills by using both materials and technology at home with their children. In addition, it has been concluded that parents are aware that they play a reinforcing role in supporting their children's mathematical skills.