The Effect of Game Technique on Learning Concepts in Preschool Period

Abstract

In this study, preschool students' Mathematics. The effect of the game technique on learning some selected concepts in the field of science and Turkish-language was investigated. Numbers up to 20 are considered in the field of mathematics. Sense organs in the field of science and 10 antonyms in the field of Turkish language have been determined. The learning speeds of the students' concepts were compared by constructing traditional techniques and educational games. As a method, qualitative and quantitative methods were used Students were asked to complete worksheets containing numbers, sensory organ pictures and opposite concepts before the traditional method of mathematics on paper. Ziya Gökalp Primary School Kindergarten A branch students were chosen as the sample. Afterwards, educational game cards were constructed and card matching games expressing the concept and meaning were prepared. As a result of the applications, it was observed that the number of students who learned the determined concepts after using the game technique was higher.

Keywords:Game technique, Preschool, Learning, Reinforcement, Concepts

DOI: 10.7176/JEP/14-3-02

Publication date: January 31^st 2023