A brief collection of Singapore math articles detailing how the program focuses on problem solving, visualization and generalization to drive the acquisition and application of mathematical skills.
Research Base: Metacognitive Thinking Skills for Mathematical Problem Solving with Singapore Math
Research Base: Teaching Concepts & Skills with Singapore Math
2 comments
Joyce says:
August 28, 2011 at 6:57 pm (UTC -7)
I have been asked to support a group of teachers new to the Singapore math approach to instruction in 6 weeks on the topic of number bonds. I want to go well informed and leave those who attend my session well informed… yet I am not sure I am at the point yet! I am seeking tactics as well as advice on how to make a one hour session impact those who may choose the break-out session I have been asked to lead. Any and all ideas are welcomed and appreciated!
kellitrainer says:
September 1, 2011 at 8:26 pm (UTC -7)
You might appreciate the Parent Support Videos designed to help adults understand the reasoning behind the math strategies and content at each grade level.
http://www.hmheducation.com/singaporemath/helping-your-child.php
This sounds like a great opportunity for you to communicate the reasoning behind number bonds as a model for composing and decomposing numbers, supports mental math strategies and basic facts.
As in a Math in Focus lesson, you can model an example and guide parents as they try a slightly different problem. You can trace number bonds from Grade 1 through Grade 4 and get creative with physical representations of the number bond (think hula-hoops on the floor or a good old-fashioned bbq plate).