MTE3102Mathematics Education Curriculum

Primary Mathematics Curriculum (4 hours)KBSR Curriculum Specifications for Year 1 to Year 6 (3 hours)KBSM (3 hours)

Introduction Mathematics curriculum has been designed to provide mathematical knowledge and skills to pupils from various backgrounds and levels of abilityAcquisition of these skills will help them in their careers, and in the process, benefit the society and countryPrimary mathematics curriculum in Malaysia (KBSR) emphasizes the acquisition of basic mathematical concepts and skills

CONTENT ORGANISATION4 MAIN AREAS

NUMBERS

MEASURES

SHAPES & SPACE

STATISTICSTOPICSWhole Numbers; Money ; Fractions; Decimals; PercentageTime; Length; Mass; Volume of Liquid2-dimensional shapes; 3-dimensional shapes; Perimeter & areaAverage; Data Handling & Representation

AIMSTo build pupils understanding of number concepts and their basic skills in computation that they can apply in their daily routines effectively & responsibly in keeping with the aspirations of a developed society & nation, and at the same time to use this knowledge to further their studies

OBJECTIVESKnow & understand mathematical concepts, definition, rules, principles related to numbers, operations, space, measures & handling dataMaster basic operations of mathematicsMaster the skills of combined operationsMaster basic mathematical skills - making estimates & approximates, measuring, handling data & representing information in the form of graphs & chartsUse mathematical skills & knowledge to solve problems in everyday life effectively & responsibly

OBJECTIVES (continued)Use the language of mathematics correctlyUse suitable technology in concept building, acquiring mathematical skills & solving problemsApply the knowledge of mathematics systematically, heuristically, accurately & carefullyParticipate in activities related to mathematicsAppreciate the importance & beauty of mathematics

EMPHASES IN T&LPROBLEM SOLVING IN MATHEMATICSCOMMUNICATION IN MATHEMATICSMATHEMATICAL REASONINGMATHEMATICAL CONNECTIONSAPPLICATION OF TECHNOLOGY

PROBLEM SOLVING IN MATHEMATICS

Dominant element in the mathematics curriculumPolyas Model 4 step algorithmStrategies:Try a simpler case; Trial & improvement; Draw a diagram; Identifying patterns & sequences; Make a table/chart/list; Simulation; Make analogy; Working backwards

COMMUNICATION IN MATHEMATICS

One way to share ideas and clarify understandings of mathematicsTalking & questioning mathematical ideas can be reflected upon, discussed & modifiedCommunication skills in mathematicsRead & understand problem, interpret diagrams & graphs, use correct & concise mathematical termsPupil collects data or information & rearranges the relationship between ideas & concepts

COMMUNICATION IN MATHEMATICS

Using mathematical knowledge in making decisionsMakes observation, analyzes it, interprets & synthesize the data into tables and graphsOral communication teacher-pupil; pupil-pupil & pupil-objectDevelop a language for expressing mathematical ideasWritten communication results of discussions & brainstorming activities

COMMUNICATION IN MATHEMATICS

Representation Process of analyzing a mathematical problem and interpreting it from one mode to anotherEnables pupils to find relationship between mathematical ideas that are informal, intuitive & abstract using their everyday languageVerbal, pictorial, symbolic (arithmetic & algebraic)

MATHEMATICAL REASONING

Logical reasoning or thinkingBasis for understanding & solving mathematical problemsPredicting & guessing in the process of seeking solutionsInvestigate their predictions or guesses by using concrete materials or calculatorsEvaluate predictionsMathematical arguments

MATHEMATICAL CONNECTIONS

Link conceptual to procedural knowledgeRelate topics in Mathematics with other learning areas in generalBy making connections, pupils are able to see Mathematics as an integrated whole rather than a jumble of unconnected ideasProblem-oriented classrooms, having pupils to communicate, reason & present their thinkingConscious in the application of mathematicsConnection between real life situations and the curriculum

APPLICATION OF TECHNOLOGY

Understand mathematical concepts meaningfully and in depthExplore mathematical conceptsCalculators, computers, softwares, websites, learning packagesSelf-access learning Stimulate pupils interests & responsibility in learning mathematicsUpgrade pedagogical skills in the T&L of Mathematics

EMPHASES IN T&LPROBLEM SOLVING IN MATHEMATICSskills & strategiesCOMMUNICATION IN MATHEMATICSoral: story-telling, Q&A sessions, discussion & presentationswritten: exercises, scrap books, folios, projects, testsMATHEMATICAL REASONINGlogical thinkingMATHEMATICAL CONNECTIONSconceptual to procedural knowledge; between different learning areas; with real life situationsAPPLICATION OF TECHNOLOGYcalculators, computers, software, web sites in the internet

APPROACHES IN T & LPupil-centered learning Use of relevant, suitable & effective teaching materials in forming mathematical concepts, hence help pupils gain experience, construct abstract ideas, build self confidence, encourage independence & inculcate cooperation Assist pupils in having positive attitudes Intrinsic mathematical values of exactness & systematicGood moral values & patriotismLearning ability & styles of learning

APPROACHES IN T & LCooperative learningContextual learningMastery learningConstructivismEnquiry-discoveryFuture study

ASSESSMENTFormative assessment to determine the effectiveness of T&LCarried out continuously as part of the classroom activitiesMultiple assessment techniquesOral & writtenObservations, open-ended questions, interviews & assignmentsRectify pupils misconceptions & weaknessesTake subsequent effective measures in conducting remedial and enrichment activities to upgrade pupils performance

ASSIGNMENTBased on ONE topic in KBSR Mathematics, make an analysis on the Learning Outcomes in the topic from Year 1 to Year 6Use graphic organizers to summarize the Learning OutcomesWhole Numbers; Addition; Subtraction; Multiplication; Division; Money; Fractions; Decimals & Percentage; Time; Length; Mass; SHAPE & SPACE; STATISTICS

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