Investigation of Parents`Views on Spatial Skills and Frequency of Participation in Activities with Their Children in Terms of Various Variables

Authors : Emel ÇİLİNGİR ALTINER

Pages : 13-24

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Publication Date : 2023-03-31

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :Spatial skills are very important for children\`s development as they improve hand-eye coordination and reduce accidents. Research shows that toys such as puzzles or blocks can develop spatial skills in children. Although these activities may seem like just play, they also develop their cognitive skills. Therefore, parents should encourage this type of play to ensure better cognitive development in their children. This study investigates how parents perceive spatial skills and their involvement in activities related to these skills with their primary school-aged children. A mixed design was used as the research method. A total of 56 parents participated in this study and 12 of them took part in the qualitative phase. The data were collected using questionnaires focused on Parental Involvement Questionnaires, Demographic Characteristics and Interview Forms. The study findings showed that some important factors played a significant role in shaping parents\` involvement in activities aimed at developing their children\`s spatial skills. These factors include but are not limited to, household size, children\`s age and grade level, and the total number of children in the household setting. Such critical insights demonstrate how different situational factors can influence the level of parental involvement when it comes to developing their children\`s cognitive abilities and overall learning outcomes.
Keywords : Spatial skills, Parents, Demographic characteristics, Primary school level

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