NTU Reg No: 200604393R. Copyright National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University (NIE/NTU), Singapore

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Course synopsis

This course provides the foundational understanding of arithmetic topics which form a major portion of the primary mathematics curriculum. Problem solving processes will be introduced and re-visited in the different topics, which include historical evolution of number concepts; development of place value systems; classification of extended number systems; elementary number theory.

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Objective

Develop an understanding of the foundations and principles of arithmetic topics taught in primary school mathematics Develop mathematical reasoning and problem solving skills

Outline

This course aims to provide teachers’ with an enhanced perspective of the arithmetic and problem solving topics in the primary mathematics curriculum. Course topics include: historical evolution of number concepts and implications for contemporary teaching; development of place value systems and efficient algorithms for number operations; the historical emergence and classification of extended number systems; divisibility and elementary number theory; algebraic structure of number patterns and word problems.

Course fee

MOE Educators*Public
Full course feeS$260.00S$1,430.00
Nett course feeS$260.00S$1,430.00
9% GST on nett course feeS$23.40S$128.70
Copyright feeS$1.00S$1.00
Total nett course fee payable, including GST and copyright feeS$284.40S$1,559.70

*MOE Educators include MOE & Direct Hire Staff from Independent, Specialised Independent and Specialised Schools.

Who should attend

All educators teaching Mathematics at the Primary level

Overview

Duration:

26 hours

Course date(s):

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Subject:

Mathematics

Who should attend:

All educators teaching Mathematics at the Primary level

Instructor(s):

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Enquiries:

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Programmes accredited to:

  • Advanced Diploma In Primary Mathematics Education