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Examining language development as a predictor of geometry and spatial perception skills in preschool children

Cilt: 8 Sayı: 2 29 Aralık 2025
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Examining language development as a predictor of geometry and spatial perception skills in preschool children

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Geometry and spatial skills are closely linked to mathematics, and preschool children’s interactions with math help develop these abilities. Early language development is crucial for all aspects of children’s growth. This study explores the relationship between language development and geometry and spatial skills in preschool children. Data from 120 preschool children were collected using the Turkish Early Language Development Test (TEDIL) and the Geometry and Spatial Perception Test (GSPT). The data were analyzed using normality tests, descriptive, and correlational analyses, with multiple linear regression to assess if language development predicts geometry and spatial skills. Results show significant positive relationships between children's receptive, expressive, and verbal language skills and their geometry and spatial skills. Regression analysis indicates that receptive and expressive language skills are key predictors of geometry and spatial abilities. These findings contribute to the literature, offering insights into the connections between language and spatial development in early childhood.

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Etik Beyan

We declare that no ethical violations were found in this study and that all stages of the study were conducted in accordance with research and publication ethics principles. Ethical approval was obtained from the Alanya Alaaddin Keykubat University Social and Humanities Research Ethics Committee with decision number E-32368283-605.01-153727 dated November 14, 2023. No financial support was provided by any institution, organization, or funding agency during the conduct and publication of the research. Both authors declare that there is no conflict of interest with any person, institution, or organization in the planning, conduct, data analysis, and preparation of the article. Furthermore, there is no financial or personal connection that could influence the results or interpretations of the study.

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Ayrıntılar

Birincil Dil

İngilizce

Konular

Okul Öncesi Eğitim

Bölüm

Araştırma Makalesi

Yayımlanma Tarihi

29 Aralık 2025

Gönderilme Tarihi

2 Aralık 2025

Kabul Tarihi

23 Aralık 2025

Yayımlandığı Sayı

Yıl 2025 Cilt: 8 Sayı: 2

Kaynak Göster

APA
Ersan, C., & Biçer, F. R. (2025). Examining language development as a predictor of geometry and spatial perception skills in preschool children. Eğitimde Yeni Yaklaşımlar Dergisi, 8(2), 217-230. https://doi.org/10.70325/eyyad.1834253
AMA
1.Ersan C, Biçer FR. Examining language development as a predictor of geometry and spatial perception skills in preschool children. EYYAD. 2025;8(2):217-230. doi:10.70325/eyyad.1834253
Chicago
Ersan, Ceyhun, ve F. Rumeysa Biçer. 2025. “Examining language development as a predictor of geometry and spatial perception skills in preschool children”. Eğitimde Yeni Yaklaşımlar Dergisi 8 (2): 217-30. https://doi.org/10.70325/eyyad.1834253.
EndNote
Ersan C, Biçer FR (01 Aralık 2025) Examining language development as a predictor of geometry and spatial perception skills in preschool children. Eğitimde Yeni Yaklaşımlar Dergisi 8 2 217–230.
IEEE
[1]C. Ersan ve F. R. Biçer, “Examining language development as a predictor of geometry and spatial perception skills in preschool children”, EYYAD, c. 8, sy 2, ss. 217–230, Ara. 2025, doi: 10.70325/eyyad.1834253.
ISNAD
Ersan, Ceyhun - Biçer, F. Rumeysa. “Examining language development as a predictor of geometry and spatial perception skills in preschool children”. Eğitimde Yeni Yaklaşımlar Dergisi 8/2 (01 Aralık 2025): 217-230. https://doi.org/10.70325/eyyad.1834253.
JAMA
1.Ersan C, Biçer FR. Examining language development as a predictor of geometry and spatial perception skills in preschool children. EYYAD. 2025;8:217–230.
MLA
Ersan, Ceyhun, ve F. Rumeysa Biçer. “Examining language development as a predictor of geometry and spatial perception skills in preschool children”. Eğitimde Yeni Yaklaşımlar Dergisi, c. 8, sy 2, Aralık 2025, ss. 217-30, doi:10.70325/eyyad.1834253.
Vancouver
1.Ceyhun Ersan, F. Rumeysa Biçer. Examining language development as a predictor of geometry and spatial perception skills in preschool children. EYYAD. 01 Aralık 2025;8(2):217-30. doi:10.70325/eyyad.1834253


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