Aims of Syllabus

The Primary Mathematics Syllabus aims to enable all students to:

• acquire mathematical concepts and skills for everyday use and continuous learning in mathematics;
• develop thinking, reasoning, communication, application and metacognitive skills through a mathematical approach to problem-solving; and
• build confidence and foster interest in mathematics

Source: MOE, Singapore

What is covered in this lesson?

This lesson covers the heuristic concept of Shortage and Surplus. This consists of:

• Listing Method with no fixed groups
• Listing Method with Fixed Number of Groups
• Units Method

Who is suitable to take this course?

• 10 years old
• Singapore – Primary 4
• Malaysia – Form 4
• American system – Grade 4
• UK system – Year 4