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Introduction

Math is usually taught in most schools by rote with minimal student exploration and without using

teaching aids. Students are made to learn formulae and theorems by repetition and memorisation, thus learning the subject without understanding it or its relevance to their lives and quite often developing an aversion to it.
It is therefore imperative that educators and parents address this issue and employ suitable teaching processes which help enhance knowledge through experience. Keeping this in mind, IETS launched the Math Master program in the year 2008. This kit-based program aims at bringing all students up to a basic level in the key areas of abstract thinking, problem solving and logical reasoning related to learning of Math.

The Math Master program is in line with the initiatives taken by the NCERT to allow for the learning of Math to move from the concrete to the abstract with emphasis on activity rather than learning by heart. It teaches Math in a way that students can see the link between the subject and its use in real life. It helps students discover mathematical concepts through observation, experimentation and manipulation, thus making the learning interactive and enjoyable.

Objective
The objective of the Math Master program is to make the teaching-learning of Math more experiential and less theoretical with the use of manipulatives and other teaching aids.

The Math Master program:


1 enables students to see the connection between Math learning in school and its use in everyday transactions and events 2 caters to the needs of the auditory, visual and tactile learner making all types of students curious and engaged with learning actively 3 helps students overcome the fear of Math by the process of discovery through observation, experimentation and manipulation 4 provides a solid foundation for higher Math learning The program methodology incorporates a highly interactive and practical format which includes group activities, puzzle solving, model building, simulated exercises, role-plays, games and more.

Target group
The program is for students studying in Std. 1 to Std. 7

Methodology
The design of the Math Master program is such that it will be delivered in a friendly and interactive environment where students: 1 learn through use of manipulatives, puzzles, games etc. 2 reinforce their learning by role-plays and other simulation exercises related to real life 3 get practice through written activities in their workbooks The Math Master program has between 45 to 64 sessions per class inclusive of assessment sessions. The duration of each session is 30 minutes.

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Deliverables
The IETS trained and certified facilitators will train the school teachers. The duration of the training would be 3 days. The training will contain following inputs from the experts: 1 Session-wise explanation of objectives and process 2 Familiarity with the kit for planned usage and for creative application 3 Effective classroom management strategies 4 Mock teaching practice for teachers using the kit items At the end of the Math Master training all the teachers will be trained to: 1 Handle a creative and interactive classroom 2 Use a detailed Teachers Manual with a step-by-step explanation and demonstration of the classroom activity 3 Connect the learning to the curricular requirements 4 Use a comprehensive Kit with all the teaching-learning material In addition IETS will provide: 1 Math Master kit 2 Standard-wise workbooks for all students 3 Teacher Manuals

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