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Holy Innocents’ Primary School
Mathematics
Holy Innocents’ Primary School
General
Weaknesses
Poor spatial visualisation
Whole Numbers Fractions
Area & Perimeter
General Weaknesses
Difficulty in applying mathematical concepts and skills to problem-solving situations
Holy Innocents’ Primary School
Addressing AFI
Differentiated Curriculum
Adjustment of topics Hands-on activities Process Thinking Skills (PTS)
programme
Speed Math
MAIL Programme Remedial Programme
Math Gym
Pedagogy
Concrete-Pictorial-Abstract (C-P-A) approach
Polya’s 4-Step Problem-Solving process
Use of ICT
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Differentiated Curriulum:
Process Thinking Skills (PTS) Programme
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Differentiated Curriulum:
Process Thinking Skills (PTS) Programme
• A structured programme to enhance pupils’
problem-solving skills & heuristics through
scaffolding.
• Skills/heuristics taught include:
model-drawing
grouping
systematic listing
look for a pattern
working backwards
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Pedagogy:
Polya’s 4-Step Problem-Solving Process
Understanding a Problem
Devising a Plan
Carrying out a Plan
Looking Back
A structured method/approach to effective problem-solving
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Understand
Plan
Carry out the plan
Reflect
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Differentiated Curriulum:
Math Gym
Reflection journal for Maths Gym
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Differentiated Curriulum:
Math-in-everyday-Life (MAIL) Programme
Pupils checking out prices of pastries at Bangawan Solo
Pupils interviewing a tourist
Pupils working collaboratively on an iPad
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oncrete – hands-on, use of manipulatives
to introduce a new idea or concept
ictorial – relate hands-on experiences to visual
representations such as diagrams or models
bstract – represent problems by using
mathematical notation
Enables pupils to encounter math in a meaningful way and translate mathematical concepts from the concrete to the abstract.
Pedagogy: C-P-A Approach
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Hands-on activities for Fractions, Time, Money etc.
P3 & P6 pupils using Geo-boards to learn concepts on Area & Perimeter
P5 & P6 Learning Package for Volume, Circles, Nets & Solid Figures
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ICT is used to engage learners in the Mathematics
classroom. Examples of ICT tools used include
interactive online lessons in Learning Management
System, e-assignments, mobile apps, online
applets etc.
Pedagogy: Use of ICT
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Use of ICT: MConline
Tutorial
Activity
Quiz
Holy Innocents’ Primary School
Use of ICT: MConline
Tutorial
Holy Innocents’ Primary School
Use of ICT: MConline
Activity
Holy Innocents’ Primary School
Use of ICT: MConline
Quiz
Holy Innocents’ Primary School
Use of ICT: e-Learning Platform
Upcoming: Implementing another e-learning Mathematics platform with differentiated content and self-directed learning features.
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Assessment Items
• Knowledge Questions (K) • Comprehension Questions (C) • Application Questions (A)
Holy Innocents’ Primary School
Assessment Items
Cognitive Levels Definition
Knowledge Require pupils to recall specific mathematical facts, concepts, rules and formulae, and perform straight-forward computations
Comprehension Require pupils to interpret data and use mathematical concepts, rules and formulae and solve routine or familiar mathematical problems
Application Require pupils to analyse data and/or apply mathematical concepts, rules and formulae in a complex situation, and solve unfamiliar problems. (Application Questions)
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• Knowledge Question: In 43.21, what does the digit 2 stands for?
• Application Question:
Mrs Lim and Mrs Tan both met at the market on
6 December 2012. If Mrs Lim visits the market once every 3 days and Mrs Tan visits the market once every week, what will be the earliest date that they will meet again?
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Assessment
• Diagnostic test(s) for major topics in Term 1 &
Term 3 to help assess pupils’ understanding of
concepts and mastery of problem-solving skills.
• To help pupils better cope with the rigour of the Math Curriculum, number of problem sums in Section C of SA1 & SA2 will be gradually increased: from 5 to 6 from 6 to 8
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Homework Policy
Purpose of homework Reinforce and support learning Inculcate responsibility and ownership Encourage pupils to work actively instead of passively Encourage partnership with parents Allow time to stimulate thinking and develop ideas
•Ample time will be provided for pupils to complete a piece of work •Subject teachers will coordinate with each other to ensure that pupils are not overloaded with work •However, please help to ensure that pupils complete their homework before other additional work.
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Level Max Duration per Day
P4 30 min – 1 h
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Strategies to help pupils excel in Mathematics
Build strong conceptual knowledge Build a sound foundation in basic concepts
through lots of practice Clarify doubts immediately with teacher
Master Process Thinking & Problem-Solving Skills Look out for details in every question. Break down complex word problems into smaller
parts. Learn to apply multiple concepts in the same
problem.
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Strategies to help pupils excel in Mathematics
Develop effective computational skills. (i.e. 4 operations, basic conversions)
Build good time management skills. Aim for both Speed & Accuracy.
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Strategies to help pupils excel in Mathematics
Revise ALL topics in the syllabus.
Regular revision & practices: To gain confidence in application of skills &
concepts. To internalise skills & concepts learnt.
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Strategies to help pupils excel in Mathematics