Handbook for Mathematics Teachers in Primary School

This is a Singapore publication but of interest to those Australian teachers exploring Singapore Maths teaching methods.

Singapore has an enviable record in international maths assessments and this has attracted the attention of educators around the world who seek to understand what factors contribute to Singapore's success in mathematics at primary and secondary levels. 

This Handbook for Mathematics teachers aims to serve as a practical guide and resource for maths teachers. The book is filled with teaching tips, relevant examples, lesson plans and ideas for activities. The Handbook also incorporates strategies in the teaching of maths. 

The areas covered include:

• Heuristics for problem-solving
• Tips for teaching
• Enrichment activities
• Assessment in mathematics
• IT in mathematics

About the authors

Mrs Juliana Ng was the recipient of the prestigious President's Award for Teachers' and Mrs Lim Kian Huat is an Associate of the Teachers' Network. Together they generously share how they teach the more difficult topics in the syllabus. They also include pointers in mathematics problem solving, item-construction in assessments as well as IT skills in mathematics.