MATHEMATICSMATHEMATICSInformation for Primary One Parents

by Mathematics Department by Mathematics Department (Radin Mas Primary School)(Radin Mas Primary School)

Our Vision

An Effective, Creative and Innovative Mathematical

Problem Solver

Mathematics Framework

Mathematical Problem Solving

NumericalGeometricalStatisticalAlgebraicAnalytical

Probabilistic

BeliefsInterest

AppreciationConfidence

Perseverance

Monitoring of one’s own thinkingSelf-regulation of learning

Reasoning, communication and connectionsThinking skills andheuristicsApplications and modelling

Numerical calculationAlgebraic manipulation

Spatial visualizationData analysisMeasurement

Use of mathematical toolsEstimation

Changes in P1 Syllabus Changes in P1 Syllabus (2007)(2007)

• Strengthening of geometrical concepts

• Introduction of Calculators at P5

P1 Syllabus

Whole Numbers

Numbers to 100Addition and SubtractionMultiplication and Division

Measurement Length and MassTime (12-hour clock)Money

Geometry ShapesPatterns

Data Analysis Picture Graphs

Heuristics (P1-P6)

1. Draw a model/diagram

2. Make a systematic list/tabulation

3. Look for patterns

4. Guess and check

5. Act it out

6. Use before-after concept

Heuristics (P1-P6)

7. Work backwards

8. Restate the problem in another way

9. Simplify the problem

10. Make suppositions

FairyTale Madness

• learning mathematical concepts using fairy tales

Learning Times Table through Songs

twice a week in the Hall

P1 Programmes

P1 Programmes

Hands-On Activities

learn essential life skills

Math Trail

to experience real-life Mathematics around them

BrainGames

to develop the abilities to reason and apply problem solving through games

P1 Programmes

Learning Support for Math

• provide help for pupils with weak basic numeracy skills

• Pupils receive more individual attention from teacher

• Pupils learn through hands-on experiences

P1 Programmes

Our approach when teaching Math concepts to young

children is from ‘Concrete’ to ‘Pictorial’ to ‘Abstract’.

CPA Approach

CPA Approach

Model Drawing

• To allow pupils to “see” the word problem in a mathematical way and help them to solve the sums

Concrete Objects

Drawing of Rectangular Bars

Solve Abstract Word Problem

Model Drawing

Ali has 4 toys. He buys 6 more toys. How many toys does he have now?

4 + 6 = 10

Stage 1: Using Concrete Materials

4 + 6 = 10

4 6

?

Ali has 4 toys. He buys 6 more toys. How many toys does he have now?

Stage 2: Pictorial Representation

4 + 6 = 10

4 6

?

Ali has 4 toys. He buys 6 more toys. How many toys does he have now?

Stage 3: Insert Boxes with Pictures

4 + 6 = 10

4 6

?

Ali has 4 toys. He buys 6 more toys. How many toys does he have now?

Stage 4: Replace Pictures with Boxes

4 + 6 = 10

4 6

?

Ali has 4 toys. He buys 6 more toys. How many toys does he have now?

Stage 4: Replace Boxes with Bars

AssessmentAssessment

Weighting for CA and SA

Level Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4

Primary 1 Class Tests30%

SA2 - 70%

Assessment Modes

•Hands-On Assessment

•Pen-and-Paper Assessment

HOW YOU CAN HELP YOUR CHILD IN MATHEMATICS

• Count with your child, using familiar concrete objects at home, such as toys, spoons, books etc.

• Start with a small number of objects first and then progress to more objects.

HOW YOU CAN HELP YOUR CHILD IN MATHEMATICS

• carry out these activities in an informal and fun way

• Having mastered counting, (1 to 20), help your child with the number bonds

of 5 : eg. 1 + 4 , 2 + 3

of 10 : eg. 1 + 9 , 2 + 8

of 20 : eg. 1 + 19, 5 + 15

How you can help us to help your child

Check your child’s work every day

Check your child’s work before signing

Help your child develop good study habits

Pack your child’s bag every day according to timetable