Primary 6 Mathematics 15 January 2016
P6 Mathematics Some of the Pr. Math Objectives: To develop pupils understanding of mathematical concepts in the following areas: [ Numerical, Geometrical, Statistical & Algebraic ] Use mathematical language, symbols and diagrams to represent and communicate mathematical ideas; Present and interpret information in written, graphical, diagrammatic and tabular forms
P6 Mathematics Knowledge recall specific mathematical facts, concepts, rules and formulae, and to perform straightforward computations. Comprehension interpret data and use mathematical concepts, rules or formulae to solve routine or familiar mathematical problems. Application analyse data and/ or apply mathematical concepts, rules or formulae in a complex situation, and to solve unfamiliar problems.
Materials Used Course books 6A & 6B Activity books 6A & 6B (Parts 1 & 2) NHPS Math supplementary worksheets More Practice Worksheets CA/SA Revisions papers PSLE Revision sets A* Booklets OnSponge Conquer Problem Sums PSLE Past Year Exam Booklet
Activity Book & Worksheets Objective: Able to use and apply mathematical concepts taught Endorsed by parents & teachers after every topic Corrections with workings in green pen Alternative/elegant methods in pencil Supplementary worksheets (topical worksheets, more practice worksheets, revision papers, CA/SA papers, etc.) to be filed in Yellow Arch file
Computer-Based Lessons Objective: Able to learn mathematics independently and monitor their own progress E-learning: Koobits Math problem sums, high-ability & non-routine questions Math challenges and competitions for pupils to win prizes and stay engaged
Format of Paper The examination format : Paper 1 (50 min) is the non-calculator component to ensure that important computational skills continue to receive emphasis. Paper 2 (1 h 40 min) is the component which allows the use of calculators.
Format of Paper Item Type Number of questions Number of marks per questions Weighting Multiple-choice Paper 1 (BK A) Short-answer Paper 1 (BK B) Short-answer Paper 2 10 1 10% 5 2 10% 10 1 10% 5 2 10% 5 2 10% Structured / Longanswer Paper 2 13 3,4,5 50% Total 48 1-5 100%
Format of Paper The two papers will be taken on the same day with a recess break between the papers. The demand and difficulty level of the papers will be kept comparable with previous years.
Assessment CA1 SA1 CA2 No SA2 20% 30% 50% PSLE Written paper (48 questions) Written paper (48 questions) Prelim Written paper (48 questions) Written paper (48 questions)
Type of Calculator Only calculators that are approved by the Singapore Examinations & Assessment Board (SEAB) will be allowed in the examination. The list of approved calculators is available on SEAB s website: http://www.seab.gov.sg To maintain continuity from primary to secondary education, these calculators can also be used at the secondary level.
Calculator Model This year, Nan Hua will be adopting CASIO fx-96sg Plus - CASIO model which is valid till 2017
Programmes Student Programmes P6 Math PSLE Preparatory Programme (2 days during June Holidays. Details will be provided in Term 2.) Supplementary class Fridays Remedial class Thursdays wef Term 2 P6 Math Olympiad Training (begins in early Term 1 2016; 2p.m. - 3.30p.m.)
P6 Math Olympiad Training Enrichment Programme For pupils with keen interest in Math and enjoy doing higher-order Math problems Conducted by external vendor Gives additional exposure to non-routine problem solving methods
P6 Math Olympiad Training Date: Begins in early Term 1 Day: Wednesday Time: 2.00 p.m. 3.30 p.m. Venue: Nan Hua Primary School Enrichment Programme No. of Sessions: 12 (Participants are required to attend 2 days of lessons during March holidays, 7.45 a.m. 10.45 a.m.) More information on registration & payment will be given at a later time.
Additional Information International Competitions and Assessments for Schools (ICAS) - Math (2 August 2016 - Term 3) More information on registration & payment will be given at a later time.
Teachers Expectations Homework To be completed & submitted on time To attempt all questions Corrections To be completed on time
Teachers Expectations Do filing regularly (content page will be given) Revise what had been taught regularly Copy down Math homework/ reminders (in Pupil s Handbook for parents to help in monitoring)
Notes from the Math Teacher There will be homework almost daily. However, the problem sums will be kept to a maximum of 15 sums only. Assignments are always due the next school day, otherwise a letter/email of excuse from parents is expected.
Notes from the Math Teacher Please help to reinforce the message at home that in order to do well in PSLE, pupils have to do checking by the Working Backwards method and that they should not be too dependent on calculators to do arithmetic operations.
Programme for Parents Programme(s) for Parents P6 Workshops for Parents on PSLE Math - To be conducted on 23 Jan 2016, Saturday morning in NHPS auditorium.
Important Dates P6 PSLE Examination (Tentative taken from SEAB website) Oral Examination: Thu, 18 August Fri, 19 August 2016 Listening Comprehension: Fri, 16 September 2016 Written Examination : Thu, 29 September Wed, 05 October 2016 Marking Exercise: Mon, 17 October Thu, 20 October 2016
Important Dates Please complete all own revision papers / assessment books by T3W10. After the September holiday, there are only 12 more school days before the first PSLE written paper. During those few days, the class will be very busy working on the 2016 Prelim papers of the other GE centres.
Additional Resources for parents For own practices at home : Other school past year papers (Free 2006-2015) http://www.oldschool.com.sg The questions can be sorted by topics or by years. http://www.sgtestpaper.com/index.html (Free 2009-2015 papers) NOT compulsory, just additional resources.
Class Administration Appeal for Class Reps Class communication via Whatsapp (Broadcast, not Group Chat), SMS, email. My Contact sam_poh_fong@moe.edu.sg Handphone number : 98712521
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