Singapore Math Heuristics: Draw a Table, Make Suppositions and Use Before-After Concept (article first appeared in https://seriouslyaddictivemaths.com.sg/ ) Heuristics, in the context of problem-solving, are a set of strategies to help students solve mathematical problems. Although problem-solving is by and large the process of working towards a goal to which a solution may not be […]
S.A.M brings Singapore Maths to the World
Seriously Addictive Mathematics (S.A.M) has packaged Singapore Maths in a Franchise business model which can be offered efficiently across the World. While updating the website to include the latest information, I was once again astounded by the achievements and growth S.A.M has shown over the last 6 years! 2012: 1st S.A.M centre opens in Singapore […]
SINGAPORE MATH HEURISTICS: MAKE A SYSTEMATIC LIST, GUESS AND CHECK, RESTATE THE PROBLEM IN ANOTHER WAY
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] The skills children pick up in math are indispensable; they can be applied to other academic subjects and to solve real-world problems in their daily lives and future work. The Singapore Math curriculum focuses on problem solving. Through problem solving, children develop thinking skills such as creative thinking and critical thinking.When children analyse math […]
5 Strategies To Improve Math Scores, Backed By Research
Seeking ways to help your child perform better in math tests and exams? You may have to bid farewell to the familiar approach of amassing general purpose assessment books and test papers for practice drills, which may do little to cultivate interest or true understanding. “Students who avoid making an effort to understand mathematics concepts […]
A Practical Course on Bar Models
The bar model method is one of the key problem solving heuristics that students use to solve word problems in Singapore maths. It falls under the heuristic “draw a picture”. By drawing a pictorial model of a word problem, students are able to visualise, represent and relate the known and unknown quantities in the word […]
BESIDES IQ: IMPORTANT QUALITIES EVERY CHILD NEEDS
IQ predicts future success in life, and there are studies have shown that IQ results can be a strong predictor of his or her future life outcomes, such as academic achievement, income and health. Besides IQ, research also reveals other factors involved in determining a child’s success later in life. Here are two big qualities […]
9 Tips to Prepare Your Child for Primary 1 Maths
Starting Primary 1 is one of the major milestones for your child and it can be exciting and stressful at the same time. Your child has to cope with many changes including a new routine at a new school as well as a bigger class size. He also has to learn to handle money and […]
How Early Math Exposure Can Help Your Child Succeed
Math. What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you see this word? Math is usually associated with science, technology and engineering. But beyond the numbers, equations and formulas, the skills and critical thinking required to solve math problems help children master other subjects as well. Math is not just the foundation for careers […]
4 Things To Do At Home To Enhance Your Child’s IQ
What are 4 Things you can do at home to help enhance your Child’s IQ? “Research shows it is possible to create a highly conducive environment for cognitive and emotional growth. A child surrounded by books and educational toys will leave positive imprint on their brain, which will follow through into their late teens. Improving […]
Mathematics – a friend for life
“Math is useless. I don’t like Math. Why do I have to learn Math?” As a parent, you are likely to have heard these expressions from your child before. Here are some essential facts to help you explain to your child the importance of Math in everyday life and why an edge in Math today […]