MATH 101 – Teaching Mathematics in the Primary Grades

NAME: _______________________________________ YEAR & SECTION: __________________________

WORKSHEET NO. 1 ( LESSON 1)

LET’S REFLECT

Directions: Answer the following questions to verbalize your understanding of teaching mathematics in the
primary grades.

1. In your own words, describe the importance of teaching mathematics in the primary grades (10 points).

ANSWER:

2. Why is it important for children to develop a positive disposition in learning mathematics?

ANSWER:

UNIT 1- The Mathematics Curriculum in the Primary Grades

 MATH 101 – Teaching Mathematics in the Primary Grades

LET’S CREATE

DIRECTIONS: Give examples of activities for teaching mathematics in the primary grades you observed or
experienced which are suited to the characteristics of primary learners. Write your answers on the space
provided on the table. ( Two (2) examples for every characteristic, an example is given as your guide)

Characteristics of Primary Learners Example Activities

Physical Extremely active and enjoys Example: Group activity using actual objects like
physical activities plastic caps in counting numbers 1 to 50.

Social Beginning to have a choice of

friends but frequently
quarrels with them

Emotional Becoming sensitive to

criticism and other’s feelings;
eager to please the teacher

Cognitive See patterns, engages in

problem-solving activities,
learn a lot through self-talk

UNIT 1- The Mathematics Curriculum in the Primary Grades

 MATH 101 – Teaching Mathematics in the Primary Grades

NAME: _______________________________________ YEAR & SECTION: __________________________

WORKSHEET NO. 2 ( LESSON 2)

LET’S REFLECT

SITUATION: A lot of teachers in the field are confused about the difference between content standards,
performance standards, and learning competencies. It is important that you understand them and their
importance as they serve as the skeleton of the mathematics curriculum.

In your own understanding, explain the differences between content standards, performance
standards, and learning competencies. What is the importance of each?

ANSWER:

UNIT 1- The Mathematics Curriculum in the Primary Grades

 MATH 101 – Teaching Mathematics in the Primary Grades

LET’S CREATE

DIRECTIONS: Choose three learning competencies in Grade 2. In each competency, find the pre-requisite
competencies in Grade 1 and the competencies in Grade 3 wherein your chosen Grade 2 competency is a
prerequisite of. Write your answer on the space provided in the table. Use the K-12 Math Curriculum Guide as
your reference.

Prerequisite Grade 1 Competency Grade 2 Competency Future Grade 3 Competency

UNIT 1- The Mathematics Curriculum in the Primary Grades

 MATH 101 – Teaching Mathematics in the Primary Grades

NAME: _______________________________________ YEAR & SECTION: __________________________

WORKSHEET NO. 3 ( LESSON 3)

LET’S
REFLECT

1. Assuming you are a math teacher in the primary grades. How are you going to design efficient, effective
and motivational learning activities considering the general characteristics of learners nowadays.

2. Describe the four stages of cognitive development by Piaget.

a. sensorimotor
b. preoperational
c. concrete operational
d. formal operational

LET’S
INVESTIGATE

Directions: Read about the mathematics curriculum in the primary grades of the Philippines, Singapore, and
United States. Compare and contrast the curricula of the three countries in terms of the five content areas. Copy
the template below for your answer.
Content Area Philippines Singapore United States

Number and
Number Sense

Measurement

Geometry

Patterns & Algebra

Statistics &
Probability

UNIT 1- The Mathematics Curriculum in the Primary Grades

 MATH 101 – Teaching Mathematics in the Primary Grades

LET’S
EXPLORE

Directions: Answer the following questions to verbalize your understanding of the constructivist learning theory.

1. Explain in your own words the constructivist theory.

2. Expound why the constructivist theory is applicable in teaching mathematics.
3. Consider the following situations/ scenarios.

Scenario 1
A teacher told the students, “Four glasses of water will fill this pitcher”.

Scenario 2
A teacher provides a glass and lets the children pour water into the
pitcher. They are learning how much water it takes to fill the pitcher.

In which scenario do you think will the students learn better? why do you think so?

UNIT 1- The Mathematics Curriculum in the Primary Grades