TY - JOUR T1 - Mathematics as a Foundation for Children Education in Science and Technology AU - , F.I. Olusi AU - , Anolu Easter JO - Pakistan Journal of Social Sciences VL - 5 IS - 7 SP - 701 EP - 704 PY - 2008 DA - 2001/08/19 SN - 1683-8831 DO - pjssci.2008.701.704 UR - https://makhillpublications.co/view-article.php?doi=pjssci.2008.701.704 KW - Gender issues KW -academic performance KW -student in mathematics KW -computation tasks KW -Nigeria AB - This study attempt the explaination of the concept mathematics from various philosophical views, with the aim of helping the classroom teacher applies appropriate teaching methods. The study identifies the various types of learner the classroom teacher is exposed to with the view of understanding them to avoid a mismatch of teaching method and learner type. The study further identifies teaching methods appropriate in the teaching primary mathematics. Conclusively, the authors reiterate the importance of understanding the subject matter vie the philosophy guiding it, learner type and teaching method to enhance appreciation of the mathematics as a foundation for primary science and technology. ER -