Singapore Math Information (Proposal)

Last updated February 21, 2008

What:
Singapore Math information for interested parents of elementary and middle school age students.

Where:
TBD

Driving Directions:
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Abstract:
Singapore Math is one of the top rated math curricula in the world. Schools in Singapore whose students consistently lead international math studies use it. The Seattle School District just started using it to supplement their math curriculum this school year. It can be used for home tutoring for students who might need a more traditional math instruction methodology in order to master mathematics. Interested Everett School District parents of elementary and middle school age students are welcome to attend this event.

Flier:
In the works

• Problem Solving Emphasis. Use of model drawing process.
• Mental Math techniques encourage understanding.
• Absence of Clutter and Distraction. Presentation is clean and clear and uses simple, concise explanations.
• Coherent Development. Topics are introduced with simple examples and then incrementally developed until more difficult problems are addressed.
• Concrete – Pictorial – Abstract Approach
• Teacher and Parent Friendly. Since mathematical content is clear, it is often easier for teachers to plan lessons. Parents can read the books and help children.
• The focus on mathematics also makes clear the importance of teacher content knowledge.