Mathematics Skills (Kemahiran Matematik)

Problem solving - Skill in formulating, modeling, and solving problems

from diverse and changing areas

Flexibility - Interest in, knowledge of, and flexibility across applications Computation - Knowledge of and experience with computation Communication - Communication skills, spoken and written Teamwork - Adeptness at working with colleagues ("teamwork")
(These skills are important for academic mathematicians as well!)

Mathematics Skills would help children develop understanding of number, space and situational problems by designing explorations and investigations that make use of everyday objects and specially design materials (e.g. blocks etc) Actively involve children in doing mathematics with extensive and thoughtful of manipulatives (concrete materials) in an environment that encourages children to develop, discuss, test and apply ideas. Require appropriate reasoning and problem-solving experiences from the outset, instilling in students a sense of confidence in their ability to think and communicate mathematically, to detect patterns, and to analyze data.

Emphasize the power of mathematics in helping children understand and interpret their world and solve problems that occur in it.
The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) has identified five Process standards: Problem Solving, Communication, Reasoning and Proof, Connections, and Representation. Using these processes students are actively involved in deepening mathematical understandings which lead to increasingly sophisticated abilities required to meet mathematical challenges.