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Mathematics Problem Solving using the Math Model Method
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Mathematics Problem Solving using the Math Model Method

Learn the secrets of how Singaporean students are taught Mathematics.
Created byTan Weiqiang
Last updated 3/2018
English

What you'll learn

  • Understand that bar models can be used to represent numbers and help in the understanding of Mathematical concepts.
  • Draw simple models for use on simple word problems involving the 4 operations.
  • Make use of the model method on intermediate questions on their own.

Course content

1 section • 15 lectures • 45m total length

  • Introduction2:42

    Try to solve this question in less than 3 minutes! Students from the ages of 10 onwards are able to do it. Try and see if your answer is correct! 

  • What is this strange method I used to solve the question?2:09
  • What you will learn from this course?1:02
  • Model Drawing for Addition3:29
  • Model Drawing for Subtraction2:20
  • Model Drawing for Multiplication2:18
  • Model Drawing for Division1:46
  • Model Drawing Applied to Problem Solving - 12:52
  • Model Drawing Applied to Problem Solving - 22:52
  • Model Drawing Applied to Problem Solving - 32:52
  • Model Drawing Applied to Problem Solving - 45:14
  • Model Drawing Applied to Problem Solving - 54:26
  • Model Drawing Applied to Problem Solving - 65:07
  • Model Drawing Applied to Problem Solving - 74:39
  • Conclusion1:54

Requirements

  • You should be able to do simple addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.

Description

Why are students from Singapore able to do well in international tests? Are they taught with a special pedagogy? Have they been exposed to a special way of visualising complex mathematical concepts?

Imagine, learning Mathematics, the Singaporean way, in the comfort of your own home. This is what I am going to help you with.

So, what's the secret?

Singaporean students have been taught to visualise concepts and solve problems using the Model Method, or, the Bar Modelling Method. I will be sharing the fundamentals of how to use this method to aid in the understanding of Mathematics and you can use it to help your child with Mathematics at home.


Who this course is for:

  • Anyone who wants to learn the secret behind Singapore's success in the teaching and learning of Mathematics.

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