Sunday, 31 March 2013

Chapter 1


Math was my least favourite subject amongst all the subjects that I was taught back in school. But now time has changed and over the years, math concept has been improvised. Learning math is no longer just the teacher standing in front of the class but instead students are entailed to assess their own ideas and be involved in the process and problem solves the questions together. It is crucial for children to problem solve in terms of communicating the terms with the teacher to foster interaction and exploration of ideas in the classroom. In this way, students learn through an active discussion. Math is not only about numbers but it is also imperative for students to be able to make connections to the mathematical terms as well as the world around them. In short, math is used or integrated in most subjects. In math, students also communicate their mathematical ideas through visual aids like charts, graphs and diagrams.

Teachers on the on the other hand, will need to provide an appropriate learning environment with resources that are essential to support the learning of math. Teachers as facilitators need to have a positive mind-set and work hand in hand with the students in going through the process together. Teachers also need to remind students that it is alright to make mistakes. Bottom line is we want the students to be successful and not failing them. As teachers we want them to grow and learn, not to demoralize and make the subject a nightmare.

Hence, I believe that learning math can be easy and enjoyable if a teacher herself thinks that anything is possible. With the right principles and attitude in place, I am sure not only do the students benefit but the teacher will too. A teacher who may fear or hate math may like it more than anyone can imagine.

No comments:

Post a Comment