P5 and P6 Math Sharing
11 February 2012
by Mrs Yeo Poh GeokLH/Mathematics (UP)
Overview
• Mathematics Framework
• PL Mathematics Programmes
• Use of Calculator
• Assessment & Rubrics
• Assessment Marking Guidelines
• Getting Prepared
Mathematics Framework
ConceptsConcepts
Numerical Algebraic
Geometrical Statistical
Probabilistic Analytical Skills
Skills
Numerical calculation Algebraic manipulation
Spatial visualisation Data analysis
Measurement Use of mathematical tools
Estimation Pro
cess
es
Pro
cess
es
Reasoning, communication and connections
Thinking skills and heuristics Application and modelling
Attitu
des
Attitu
des
Beliefs Interest
Appreciation Confidence
Perseverance
MathematicMathematical Problem al Problem
Solving Solving
Metacogniti
Metacognitionon
Monitoring of one’s own thinkingSelf-regulation of learning
In short ….
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oncepts
ttitudes
etacognition
rocesses
kills
PL P5/P6 Math Programme
• Math Olympiad Training• A* Booklets • Noteworthy Questions• Challenge Problem Sets• Process Skills Booklets• www.problemsums.com
Use of Calculators at P5 & P6
AIMS
Widen the repertoire of teaching and
learning approaches to include
investigations and problems in
authentic situations
AIMS
Achieve a better balance between
the emphasis on computational
skills and problem solving skills
Use of Calculators at P5 & P6
AIMS
Help students to develop greater
confidence in doing mathematics,
particularly those with difficulty
learning the subject
Use of Calculators at P5 & P6
Students’ basic computational
skills may be weakened
Concepts must be
taught well first before
the use of calculators
Remind pupils that
basic computational
skills are still important
as it is required in
Paper 1
Good PracticesConcerns
Concerns
Pupils are not able to decide when to use the calculator
Make use of the
calculator symbol as a guide
Good Practices
Concerns
Pupils tend to
leave out the working
steps leading to their
final answers
Cultivate the habit of writing working steps in daily work as method marks are awarded for correct steps shown
Good Practices
Assessment in PL
Level
Term P5 P6
Term 1 PP1 PP1
Term 2 SA1 SA1
Term 3 PP2 Prelim
Term 4 SA2 PSLE
30% 100%
70%
100%
PAPER BOOKLET ITEM TYPE NO. OFQNS
NO. OF MARKSPER QUESTION
WEIGHTING DURATION
1A
MultipleChoice
10 1 10%
50 min5 2 10%
B Short –Answer
10 1 10%
5 2 10%
2Short –Answer
5 2 10%
1h 40minStructured/Long –Answer
133, 4, 5 50%
TOTAL 48 - 100% 2h 30min
PSLE MATHEMATICS FORMAT since 2010
Note :• Both papers will be scheduled on the
same day with a break between the two papers.
• Paper 1 comprises two booklets. The use of calculators is NOT allowed.
• Paper 2 comprises one booklet. The use of calculators is allowed.
PSLE MATHEMATICS FORMAT since 2010
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Multiple Choice (Booklet A) 1-mark questions: 10 questions x 1 min = 10 min
2-mark questions: 5 questions x 2 min = 10 min
Short Answer (Booklet B)1-mark questions: 10 questions x 1 min = 10 min2-mark questions: 5 questions x 2 min = 10 min
Checking : 10 min
Total time = 50 min
Estimated Time for doing Paper 1 (Use of Calculator is NOT allowed)
Short-Answer 2-mark questions: 5 questions x 2 min = 10 min
Structured and Long-Answer3-mark, 4-mark, 5-mark questions :
13 questions x 6 min = 78 min
Checking : 12 min
Total time = 100 min
(1h 40min)
Estimated Time for doing Paper 2 (Use of Calculator is allowed)
PAPER BOOKLET ITEM TYPE NO. OFQUESTIONS
NO. OF MARKSPER QUESTION
WEIGHTING DURATION
1A Multiple
Choice
10 1 10%
1 h10 2 20%
B Short –Answer
10 2 20%
2
Short –Answer
10 2 20%
1 h 15 minStructured/
Long –Answer
8 3, 4, 5 30%
TOTAL 48 - 100% 2 h 15 minNotes1. Both papers will be scheduled on the same day with a break between the two papers.2. Paper 1 comprises two booklets. The use of calculators is NOT allowed.3. Paper 2 comprises one booklet. The use of calculators is allowed.
PSLE FOUNDATION MATHEMATICS FORMAT since 2010
Multiple Choice (Booklet A) 1-mark questions: 10 questions x 1 min = 10 min
2-mark questions: 10 questions x 2 min = 20 min
Short Answer (Booklet B)2-mark questions: 10 questions x 2 min = 20 min
Checking : 10 min
Total time = 60 min
Estimated Time for doing Paper 1 (Use of Calculator is NOT allowed)
19
Short-Answer 2-mark questions: 10 questions x 2 min = 20 min
Structured and Long-Answer3-mark, 4-mark, 5-mark questions :
8 questions x 5 min = 40 min
Checking : 15 min
Total time = 75 min
(1h 15 min)
Estimated Time for doing Paper 2 (Use of Calculator is allowed)
Day of PPs/SAs/PSLE
• Have a good breakfast
• Avoid solving Mathematics questions
• Enjoy the paper – take it as a challenge
Getting Prepared
•Day of PPs/SAs/PSLE
• Circle questions that she cannot solve in any examinations and move on to the next question
• Complete the rest of the paper before returning to the question
Have CONFIDENCE in themselves!
Getting Prepared
How to Help Your Child in Mathematics
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ultivating an Interest in Math
egular monitoring
ttitude
ractice Makes Perfect
Maximising Your Child’s Potential in PSLE Mathematics
• Speaker : Dr Joseph Yeo
• Date : 10 March 2012 (Saturday)
• Time : 9.00 a.m. to 12.30 p.m.
• Venue : PLMGS (Sec) School Hall
Mathematics Department
Level Head (Lower Pri) - Mrs Josephine Wang [email protected]
Level Head (Upper Pri) - Mrs Yeo Poh Geok [email protected]