P3 & P4 Parents’ Briefing
Mathematics
3 March 2012
Mrs Josephine Wang
Overview
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Mathematics Framework
PL Mathematics Programme
Assessment
How to Help Your Child
Mathematics Framework
Beliefs
Interest
Appreciation
Confidence
Perseverance
Numerical calculation
Algebraic manipulation
Spatial visualisation
Data analysis
Measurement
Use of mathematical
tools
Estimation
Monitoring of one’s own thinking
Self-regulation of learning
Mathematical
Problem
Solving
Concepts
Numerical
Algebraic
Geometrical
Statistical
Probabilistic
Analytical
Reasoning, communication
and connections
Thinking skills and
heuristics Application and
modelling
PL Mathematics Programme
Primary 3
Primary 4
•Noteworthy Questions Booklets
•Process Skills Booklets
•Challenge Problems Set
•Math Trail
Singapore Botanic Gardens
(Semester 2)
•Workshop for pupils
‘Fun with Calculator’ – in Nov
PL Mathematics Programme
• Problemsums.com
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PL Mathematics Programme:
Problem Solving Strategies (PSS)
Primary 1
Primary 2
Draw a Diagram Draw a Diagram
Make a List
Make a List
Primary 3 & 4
Draw a Diagram
Make a List
Look for Pattern Look for Pattern
Make a Table
Make a Table
Model Drawing
Model Drawing
Guess & Check
Work Backwards
Assessment
Primary 3
Primary 4
X No Practice Paper
√ Topical Revision Papers (Term 1-3/4)
√ Mid-year Examination (SA1) in Term 2
√ Year-end Examination (SA2) in Term 4
√ Performance Task:
Writing A Journal (Term 1)
√ Practical Test
(Term 3)
10% of
SA2
30%
70%
Assessment
Primary 3
Term 1
Subject
Type
Revision 1
Week
7 or 8
Mathematics
Performance
-based Task
10
Topic/Skill
Format
Chapter 1: Numbers to
10 000
Chapter 2: Addition of
Numbers within 10 000
Chapter 3: Subtraction
of Numbers within 10
000
Chapter 4: Solving
Word Problems 1:
Addition & Subtraction
Short answer
questions
Word Problems
Chapter 5:
Multiplication Tables
of 6, 7, 8 & 9
Writing a
journal
Assessment
Primary 3
Performance Tasks & Practical Test
Rationale
• To make use of concrete materials as part
of problem-solving processes
• To apply mathematical concepts/skills
through hands-on activities independently
• To make learning of mathematics fun,
meaningful & relevant
• To check for mastery of learning outcomes
using different modes of assessments
Assessment
Primary 3
Practical Test
1 Practical Test (Term 3)
Possible Topics: Money
Length
Mass
Volume
Assessment
Sample
Primary 3
Practical Test
Station C: Measurement, Application & Conversion
Materials Needed: 1 3-kg weighing scale
4 different objects (A, B, C and D)
3a) There are four different objects, A, B, C and D, on
the table.
Find the mass of each of these objects using the
weighing scale provided. (2 marks)
3b) What is the total mass of the four objects?
Give your answer in kilograms and grams.
(1 mark)
The total mass of the 4 objects is ____________ .
Assessment
Primary 4
Term 1
Subject
Type
Revision 1
Week
6
Mathematics
Revision 2
9 or 10
Topic/Skill
Format
Chapter 1: Whole
Numbers (1)
Chapter 2: Whole
Numbers (2)
Short answer
questions
Word Problems
Chapter 3: Whole
Numbers (3)
Chapter 4: Tables & Line
Graphs
Short answer
questions
Word Problems
Assessment
Written papers
Components of SA Papers
• Section A
(Multiple Choice Questions, 2 marks each)
• Section B1
(Short-answer Questions, 2 marks each)
• Section B2
(Short-answer Questions, 2 marks each)
• Section B3
(Long-answer Questions, 3/4 marks each)
Assessment
Written papers
Duration of SA Paper
1 hour 45 minutes
Assessment
Written papers
Sample
Section B1
In 5874, what is the value of the digit ‘5’?
Ans: _________
Assessment
Written papers
Sample
Section B1
In 5874, what is the value of the digit ‘5’?
√
5000
Ans: _________
2 marks
Assessment
Written papers
Sample
Section B2
Mrs Tan bought 5 packets of sweets at $25
each. After paying, she had $4 left.
How much money did she have at first?
Units will
be given…
Ans: $_________
Assessment
Sample
Written papers
Section B2
Mrs Tan bought 5 packets of sweets at $25
each. After paying, she had $4 left.
How much money did she have at first?
Working
25 x 5 = 125
125 + 4 = 129
√
129
Ans: $_________
2 marks
Assessment
Sample
Written papers
Section B2
Mrs Tan bought 5 packets of sweets at $25
each. After paying, she had $4 left.
How much money did she have at first?
Working
25 x 5 = 125
125 + 4 = 128
(M1)
x
128
Ans: $_________
Assessment
Written papers
Sample
Section B3
Ribbon B is twice as long as Ribbon A.
Ribbon C is 25cm longer than Ribbon B.
Ribbon C is 85cm long.
What is the length of Ribbon A? (3 marks)
Units will
NOT
be given…
Ans : ________
Assessment
Written papers
Sample
Section B3
Ribbon B is twice as long as Ribbon A.
Ribbon C is 25cm longer than Ribbon B.
Ribbon C is 85cm long.
What is the length of Ribbon A?
(3 marks)
Working
85 - 25 = 60 (Ribbon B)
60 ÷ 2 = 30
The length of Ribbon A is 30cm.
√
30cm
Ans: ______
3 marks
Assessment
Written papers
Sample
Section B3
Ribbon B is twice as long as Ribbon A.
Ribbon C is 25cm longer than Ribbon B.
Ribbon C is 85cm long.
What is the length of Ribbon A?
(4 marks)
Working
No unit given…
Deduction of
½ mark
85 - 25 = 60 (Ribbon B)
60 ÷ 2 = 30
The length of Ribbon A is 30.
Λ
30
Ans: ______
Λ
Assessment
Primary 3 - Weighting
Semestral Assessment 1 - 30%
•Written Paper: 100 marks (Term 2)
Semestral Assessment 2 – 70%
•Practical Test : 10 marks (Term 3)
•Written Paper: 90 marks (Term 4)
Assessment
Primary 4 - Weighting
Semestral Assessment 1 - 30%
•Written Paper: 100 marks (Term 2)
Semestral Assessment 2 – 70%
•Written Paper: 100 marks (Term 4)
How to Help Your Child
• Cultivating an Interest in Math
• Regular monitoring
Reinforce class teaching
• Similar methodology / strategies
• Always clarify with subject teachers
Mathematics Department
Level Head (Lower Primary) Mrs Josephine Wang
wong_lie_peng_josephine@moe.edu.sg
Level Head (Upper Primary) Mrs Yeo Poh Geok
yeo_poh_geok@moe.edu.sg