It was indeed a mind blowing lesson that I had today especially with all the new mathematics games that I have learnt. I agreed that teaching mathematics today is not just teaching methods alone but to help children with the learning process in experiencing their true understanding.
The few mathematics games really refreshed my personal understanding of multiplication of 3s and addition. They were like simple tricks for children to practice repeatedly and to sharpen their understanding through those experiences.
I have also learnt that the rationale for mathematics is a vehicle to higher thinking skills, matches the needs in our daily life and for enjoyment. Having all the skills to process our thoughts are important, and that is mathematics! One thing that I gathered was the importance of mathematics in our life, and I could not imagine what world it will be if there is no mathematics.
Some links to share:
• History of Mathemtics
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wo-6xLUVLTQ
• Why mathematics is important? (Experimental-Slide)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gDkd0Vaxf-c&feature=related
(Can you imagine if there is no mathematics in the above situation?)
• Mathematical magic trick to share:
- “I can read your mind!”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hc1WXBtum2o&feature=related
- “How do you do the trick?”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AIjoEPVERRc&feature=related
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