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Mathematics and Life 62 12 cells of mathematics

 12 cells of mathematics


Background As discussed in one of recent posts My 2 cents of creativity, I have been exploring various ways to make mathematics teaching - learning interesting.


Today I will present a breakthrough way of looking at the mathematics curriculum till standard 10th. I am taking standard 10th because like it or hate it, in all Boards in India essentially mathematics is compulsory till standard 10th. There are some exceptions like the ICSE Board that allows mathematics as optional even from standard 6th. But I seen those kids who left maths way too early, shivering when they find maths till standard to be integral part of every competitive examination of repute.




Arithmetic

Geometry

Algebra

Reasoning

Elementary

I to V

I to V

Language sense

Verbal

Intermediate

VI to VIII

VI to VIII

VI to VIII

Non verbal

Advance

IX and X

IX and X

IX and X

Mifror, water image etc


Here, the entire content of mathematics up to standard 10th has been broken into 12 cells as shown above. 


The most important additions are the introduction of Elementary Algebra through developing language sense. Here, the attempt would be to develop a bridge for transition from Arithmetic to Algebra which is a real mystery for most students. 


Likewise, introduction of Reasoning skills throughout the curriculum from standard I through X will immensely help develop the ambitious goals of developing mathematical thinking, critical thinking, computational thinking….as envisaged in the National Education Policy 


This framework will be developed into an operational plan. All are invited to explore idea exchange, collaboration possibilities.


Dr Prakash Moghe

Beyond Abacus ™

8085906062, 7489447223

drpnmoghe@gmail.com


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