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Subject Development

Mathematics

M1

For each primary school grade and for each domain of mathematics, I am able to design, implement and carry out lessons or a series of lessons, if required based on my own research.

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 i. I am professionally enumerate and have sufficient skills and knowledge of mathematics.

 

 ii. I demonstrate that the mathematics covered in the course have been mastered arithmetically.

 

 iii. I demonstrate the ability to treat didactically the mathematical areas dealt within the course from the pupils’ level of understanding.

 

 iv. I am able to use different working methods, taking into account cultural differences, and investigative activities in mathematics teaching for primary school.

Big Idea Lesson Plan: Cut the Cake

During the planning of the lesson, I researched the expected level of students (5/6) according to the school's curriculum. I was aware that my class had varying levels of ability and I incorporated many forms of differentiation. Some of which was planning an extension activity for the higher-ability students and providing various visual representational support.     

 

The lesson was explained with multiple materials including; physical and virtual model cake, drawings, Gynzy fraction virtual manipulatives, hundreds charts and other counting support materials.

This lesson plan is a prime example of my skills and knowledge of teaching mathematics. It is projected at a level suitable for students (6-8), differentiated within those ages, and takes into account learning styles and cultural differences. The lesson is taught using multiples work methods such as hands-on activities, digital Gynzy lesson, and discussion opportunities.

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At the end of this lesson, I gave a direct introduction to multiplication and division by writing our answers of 8+8+8=24 and 24-8-8-8=0 to 8x3=24 and 24:8=3. I know this was too advanced for their level, but my aim was to introduce them to multiplicative thinking. This productive struggle was a way to get them thinking about the concepts of multiplication and division.

Big Idea Lesson Plan

Math in the Street Investigation

During our research we asked volunteers from different countries and of different ages, to solve primary school math problems. We collected and analysed the data to make conclusions regarding the most frequently used and most effective strategies used by country and age. This demonstrates my sufficient skills and knowledge of smart computation strategies and on-going education of cultural differences in mathematics.

Math in the Street PPT

Gift Box Geometry Lesson

Both relating to real life contexts from multiple cultures and incorporating interdisciplinary activities, this lesson was planned to implement several other subjects and relatable contexts into the students' daily mathematical conversations. We discussed holidays and celebrations, in different cultures, where presents are given. Then we sang songs, manipulated virtual nets, played games to start brainstorming, and wrapped presents to work on motor skills, creativity and problem solving.

Math Minesweeper PPT

Math Minesweeper Game Design

This game was designed with a deep understanding of strategies and mathematical concepts. The aim was to provide a game that was at the students' level of understanding, but could push their mental computation and strategic thinking. In addition, the game was not just a physical board game, but a virtual game which students from many cultures (and ages) find fascinating.

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I utilized a computer program to create a mentally-challenging, mathematical game. In the planning, I researched the difficulty of the prime number concepts for the target age group, 9/10. I applied my knowledge of the students' conceptual-level and created a game that had the ability to both: Practice known strategies and challenge the students to create new ones. The game prompted mathematical discussion, useful for the students and for evaluating their understanding. In addition the students were able to state strategies they had learned from or reinforced while playing the game.

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