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.
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