Advanced Certificate in Mathematical Thinking for Young Children
Published on June 19, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today we're talking with Sarah, an experienced early childhood educator and the instructor for the Advanced Certificate in Mathematical Thinking for Young Children. Sarah, can you tell us a bit about your personal experiences that led you to create this course? GUEST: Absolutely, I've always been fascinated by how young children learn and understand mathematical concepts. Over the years, I've seen a need for more specialized training in this area, especially when it comes to fostering number sense, geometry, measurement, and problem-solving skills. HOST: That's so true. Now, Sarah, what current industry trends are you seeing that are relevant to this course? GUEST: There's a growing emphasis on hands-on activities and real-world applications in early childhood education, which aligns perfectly with the teaching strategies in this course. We want to make math engaging and relatable for young learners. HOST: That's a great approach. Now, what challenges have you faced in the field or while teaching this subject? GUEST: One of the biggest challenges is helping educators gain confidence in teaching math. Many people have their own math anxiety, but this course provides best practices and effective strategies to overcome those fears. HOST: Confidence is key, especially when teaching. As we wrap up, what do you think the future holds for mathematical thinking in early childhood education? GUEST: I believe we'll continue to see a shift towards more interactive and conceptual approaches to teaching math, which will ultimately lead to greater mathematical literacy in young children. HOST: Wonderful insights, Sarah. Thank you for joining us today and sharing your expertise on the Advanced Certificate in Mathematical Thinking for Young Children. To our listeners, enroll today and transform your approach to early childhood mathematics!
