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1 need and significance of teaching mathematics
- 2. The achievement of universal participation in education will be fundamentally dependent upon the quality of education available (EFA, 2005) Emphasis - assuring an increase in children’s cognitive development by improving the quality of their education
- 4. Mathematics – An essential ingredient in the knowledge society This implies to the need for teaching mathematics
- 5. Significance of teaching mathematics5 Technology Literacy CollaborationCreativity Effective Communication Critical Thinking Source Courtesy: Adobe Systems Incorporated.
- 8. Digital Natives 8 Birth years: 1981 – 2000 (Generation Y and The Millennials) Current age: 10 to 29
- 9. Digital Natives are Surrounded With Latest Technologies… 9
- 10. Connecting with Others: Social Networking on the Web 10
- 12. A Digital Native or A Digital alien Are You… Uh Oh! Technology
- 13. Digital Immigrant Can You Become a…
- 14. I’m a digital immigrant… We mayI’m a digital immigrant… We may never become digital natives, butnever become digital natives, but we can and must begin towe can and must begin to assimilate.assimilate. —— Robert MundrichRobert Mundrich
- 15. Digital Natives and Digital Immigrants 15 Video Courtesy: http://www.youtube.com Click on the video to play the video
- 16. The Road Ahead…
- 17. Evolution of Education System 17 Conventional Learning New-Age Learning for Digital Natives Directed Instruction – Teacher Centered Facilitated Instruction – Learner Centered Students viewed as Blank Slates onto which information is etched by teacher Students viewed as Thinkers with emerging theories about the world Students work primarily Alone Students work primarily in Groups Strict adherence to Fixed Curriculum and correct answers is highly valued Pursuit of Student Questions and Students’ Conceptions are highly valued Curricular activities rely heavily on Textbooks and Workbooks Curricular activities rely heavily on Primary Sources of Data and Manipulative Materials Assessment of Student Learning is Separate from teaching and occurs almost entirely through testing Assessment of student learning is Interwoven with teaching and includes observation of students at work & exhibits
- 18. Encourage an Environment Where… Digital Natives18 Students (Digital Natives) will use engaging technologies in collaborative, inquiry-based learning environments with and skills into products, solutions and new information. teachers (Digital Immigrants) who are willing and able to use technology’s power to assist them in transforming knowledge
- 19. Video Courtesy: http://www.youtube.com What students want? Click to play the video
- 20. 20 So let us teaching mathematics with the help of ICT to fulfill the significance and necessity of teaching mathematics. Policies also recommends the same…
- 21. Policy Perspective 21 Policy Recommendation National Policy of Education Education can and must bring about the fine synthesis between change-oriented technologies and the country's continuity of cultural tradition National Policy on Education, 1986 - Revised Policy Formulations Mathematics should be visualised as the vehicle to train a child to think, reason, analyse and to articulate logically. National Curriculum Frame work 2005 – Focus Paper Mathematisation of the child’s thought processes. National Curriculum Frame work 2005 Individual and group exploration of connections and patterns, visualisation and generalisation, and making and proving conjectures are important, and can be encouraged through the use of appropriate tools that include concrete models as in Mathematics laboratories and computers. Principles and Standards For School Mathematics, National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, Develop deeper understanding of mathematics with the appropriate use of technology Areas not focused
- 22. Engaging visual/sound effects provide learners with enhanced visualization and broadens their horizon. This not only makes the concept more relevant for the students; but also bring in more life to an otherwise seemingly dull subject. Lets teach Mathematics using of ICT
Editor's Notes
- We strive to provide Education for all. It can be achieved only if a quality education is provided as we live in a knowledge society.
- The knowledge society is build only where all the blocks in its structure are appropriately addressed. The modern system of education aims at developing the 21st century skills in the students so that they lead a successful life in the knowledge society.
- Today’s student will live and work in the 21st century, in the era dominated by computers, by world-wide communication, and by a global economy. Jobs that contribute to this economy will require workers who are prepared to absorb new ideas, to perceive patterns, and to solve unconventional problems. Mathematics is the key to opportunity for these jobs. Through mathematics, we learn to make sense of things around us. As technology has mathematicized the workplace, and as statistics has permeated the arena of public policy debate, the mathematical sciences have moved from being a requirement only to future scientists to being essential ingredient in the education for all. So Mathematics has become an essential ingredient in the modern education system. This gives rise to need of teaching mathematics.
- So it’s clear that the new workforce skills require more than just the reading, writing and math skills. These are important, but only a foundation. So what are the new work force skills that are required? Technology literacy is clearly key. To access, manage, analyze, integrate, evaluate and create information in a variety of forms and media. They need to know more than just how to use technology (e.g. how to use a computer or digital camera), but to be able to harness technology to effectively gather knowledge, communicate, collaborate and compete in performing their jobs. They need to demonstrate originality and inventiveness in work; champion and communicate new ideas, and integrate knowledge across disciplines. It is their creativity that will lead to innovation and propel their professional success They need to be effective communicators, to be able to understand, manage and create effective oral, written and multimedia communication in a variety of forms and contexts. They need to be able to think critically and have sound problem solving skills, to not just memorize, but to frame and analyze data, and synthesize information. They need to exercise sound reasoning and analytical thinking; and use knowledge, facts, and data to solve workplace problems. The need to be flexible so the can adopt to changing environments and responsibilities. And in an increasingly global economy they need to be able to effectively collaborate with diverse multi-cultural teams, to build relationships, negotiate and manage conflict with colleagues and customers. To become tomorrow’s innovators (the ones that power local economies) these are the skills that industry is searching for, these are the skills they need to develop.
- It is necessary to sow the seeds (teach) mathematics because: A good mathematical background with the knowledge of concepts and theories is essential for meeting challenges of the modern technological society. Mathematics teaching helps to apply mathematical concepts and theorems to new situations. Teaching of mathematics develops the ability to transfer the mathematical type of thinking and reasoning to daily life situations. Mathematics provides a clear understanding of the culture and development of our civilization. Mathematics helps to appreciate the applications of mathematics for the scientific and technological advancement. Teaching of mathematics provides sufficient mathematical skills to meet the demands of daily life. Mathematics teaching helps in better understanding of the world around us. Teaching of mathematics develops ability to make independent decisions in the societal issues. Mathematics teaching inculcates a good deal of self-reliance, self- confidence, tolerance and open-mindedness. Mathematics provides a framework for solving problems Teaching of mathematics develops ability to transfer the knowledge and skills learned through mathematics lessons to other context in the workplace and in everyday life. Mathematics is an essential element in communications. Mathematics is a powerful tool in the hands of the learners. Teaching of mathematics develops logical thinking and reasoning, critical mind and creative imagination. Mathematics teaching develops ability to apply mathematics and make meaningful connections to life’s experiences. Teaching of mathematics enhances the ability to communicate mathematical ideas coherently and clearly to peers, teachers and others. Mathematics teaching helps to think alternative methods of solving problems. Teaching of mathematics enhances the ability to apply mathematical ideas and relationships to areas outside classroom such as art, science and other curricular areas and in everyday life, especially physical phenomena.
- As we are teaching to the 21st century students who are digital natives, we also need to equip our self with the skills required
- Marc Prensky coined the word “Digital Natives”.
- Digital natives have continuous partial attention and multi-tasking. #Digital natives think and process information differently. Media and gadgets are ubiquitous parts of everyday life New gadgets allow them to enjoy media and carry on communication anywhere The internet is at the centre of the revolution Multi-tasking is a way of life - and people live in a state of “continuous partial attention” – Linda Stone.
- Where do we teachers stand? Are we digital natives?
- Though we are digital immigrant we can assimilate to be digital natives
- Play the video “Digital natives and immigrants”
- So as teachers we need to travel the road ahead to really teach mathematics to these digital natives with the real sense.
- Show video “What students want?”
- Reference for each policy is given in the following hidden slide: 22 - National Policy of Education – Revised Policy Formulation 23&24 - National Curriculum Framework 2005 – Focus paper 25 -National Curriculum Framework 2005 26 -National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, Principles and Standards For School Mathematics 27 - National Research Council, 2002
- Engaging visual/sound effects provide learners with enhanced visualization and broadens their horizon. This not only makes the concept more relevant for the students; but also bring in more life to an otherwise seemingly dull subject.
- Play the video “A Vision of 21st Century Teachers”