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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
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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.
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*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
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