Mathematics

Primary 5

22 January 2016

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Outline

• P5 Math Syllabus

• Assessment Format

• Learning Experiences

• Common Errors In Mathematics

• Support Your Child In Mathematics

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P5 Numbers

• Whole Numbers • Fractions • Decimals • Ratio (2 variables) • Percentage • Average

The Standard Mathematics Syllabus

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P5 Measurement

• Area of Triangle • Angles (straight

lines, at a point, triangles and quadrilaterals)

• Volume of cubes and cuboids

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P5 Numbers

• Whole Numbers • Fractions • Decimals • Average

The Foundation Mathematics Syllabus

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P5 Measurement

• Area and Perimeter of Composite Figures

• Volume of cubes and cuboids

• Angles (naming, estimating and drawing)

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Online Resources

http://www.moe.gov.sg/education/syllabuses/sciences/files/maths-primary-2007.pdf

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Topical Tests

Semestral Assessment 1 and 2

Assessments

Diagnostic Tests

Continual Assessment

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Format of

SEMESTRAL/CONTINUAL

ASSESSMENT

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Math No of Qns

Weighting Duration

Paper 1

15 MCQ 15 SAQ

40% 50 min

Paper 2

5 SAQ 13 LAQ

60% 1 hr 40 min (calculator)

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F Math No of Qns

Weighting Duration

Paper 1 20 MCQ 10 SAQ

50% 1 hr

Paper 2 10 SAQ 8 LAQ

50% 1 hr 15 min (calculator)

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Math/F Math Skills Assessed

Paper 1

1 mark/2 mark per qn (routine and non-routine)

Speed and Accuracy

Paper 2

2/3/4/5 marks per qn (routine and non-routine)

Speed, Accuracy and Precision

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• enhance conceptual understanding through use of

the Concrete-Pictorial-Abstract (CPA) approach

• apply concepts and skills learnt in real-world

context

• communicate their reasoning and connections

through various mathematical tasks and activities

• build confidence and foster interest in

Mathematics.

Learning Experiences

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Use of Manipulatives

• To develop conceptual understanding • Help pupils create relationships as

manipulatives enable pupils to visualize and make sense of concepts

Fraction bar

Number disc

Cubes

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Use of ICT resources

to support learning

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Math App on iPADs

Self-Directed Learning

www.mconline.com.sg

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COMMON ERRORS IN MATHEMATICS

Common Misconception Place Value

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Use of Equal Sign

5 units = 10 1 unit = 10 ÷ 2 = 5

5 units 10 1 unit 10 ÷ 2 = 5

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Common Error Use of Equal Sign

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Common Error Use of Equal Sign

4

3× 100 = 75% Inaccurate

4

3× 100% = 75%

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Common Error

Measurement

Conversion of SI Units

1 m 1000 cm

1 m = 100 cm $1 = 100 cents

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Omission of SI units

Answer must include relevant SI units such as kg, g, m, cm, l, ml, min, s

Time

Example 1

Ten o’clock at night,

written in:

12-h clock 10:00 p.m.

24-h clock 22 00 p.m.

Correct Expression

12-h clock 10.00 p.m.

24-h clock 22 00

Example 2

What is 10 minutes after 3.25 p.m. ?

3.25 p.m. + 10 min = 3.35 p.m. X

Time Duration Time

3.25 p.m. 3.35 p.m. 3.30 p.m.

5 min 5 min Correct

Presentation

Time

Presenting the answer in dollars

Presenting the answer in dollars

Common Error :

• $1.5 $1.50

• Correct ways of presenting the answer :

$4.50

$20 or $20.00

X

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Importance of Home Support

Suggested Ways …

Math is all around us (real examples)

Eg. Time - Telling Time

Money- Shopping

• Use of Math Language (sum, difference, more

than, less than)

• Concrete materials (ice-cream sticks, play

money)

• Multiplication Tables

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Support Your Child in Mathematics

Do …

• Monitor your child’s daily work.

• Provide support in areas for improvement.

• Praise your child for any progress made.

• Motivate your child in learning.

PARENT + TEACHER→ SUCCESS !

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The 4 A*s

A*ttendance

A*ctive Participation

A*ttitude Sense of Urgency.Focus.Self-Discipline.Excellence Mindset

A*chievement

Thank You for Your Attention

Mrs Elaine Loke

HOD/Mathematics

chua_ee_ling_elaine @moe.edu.sg