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Ece 206: Science & Mathematics In Early Childhood Question Paper

Ece 206: Science & Mathematics In Early Childhood

Course:Bachelor Of Education In Early Childhood Education

Institution: Kenyatta University question papers

Exam Year:2008

KENYATTA UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS 2008/2009
FIRST SEMESTER EXAMINATION FOR THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF
EDUCATION (EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION)
ECE 206: SCIENCE & MATHEMATICS IN EARLY CHILDHOOD

DATE: Tuesday 25th November, 2008
TIME: 11.00 a.m. – 1.00 p.m.

SECTION A – 30 MARKS
Answer ALL questions in this Section.

Q1.
Briefly describe any three concepts taught in measurement at ECE level.

[6 marks]
Q2.
a)
What are incidental experiences?

[2 marks]
b)
Identify and describe one incidental experience you could offer children in
Science.

[4 marks]
Q3.
Formulate and describe three objectives that may be relevant in teaching the
following topics at ECE:

a)
Sun

[3 marks]

b)
Rain

[3 marks]
Q4.
Highlight and explain six factors that make exploration and discovery important
components in teaching pre-schoolers Science and Mathematics.

[6 marks]
Q5.
Describe two specific science activities and one in mathematics that pre-school
children could engage in and state their benefits.

[6 marks]
SECTION B – 40 MARKS
Answer any 2 questions in this Section.
Q6.
Using relevant examples, discuss any five activities you can use in teaching pre-
school children the topic, ‘Physical Features in our local Area.

[20 marks]

2

Q7.
Discuss in detail the rationale for teaching the topic ‘Air’ at pre-school.

[20 marks]
Q8.
You have been identified by a local newspaper to write an article on the
importance of teaching pre-school children Science and Mathematics. Discuss
your key points.

[20 marks]

Ece 206: Science & Mathematics In Early Childhood Question Paper

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