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PMGS 6303 PERSPECTIVE ON PROBLEM SOLVING IN MATHEMATICS 3 CREDITS
EDUCATION

Synopsis

The course offers the opportunity for students to be involved in problem solving. The experience will
be used as the foundation to discuss theory related to the ability in solving problems. Teaching and learning
technique in teaching problem solving at primary and secondary schools will covered and the organization of
the curriculum for the integration of problem solving into Mathematics Education programme at primary and
secondary school levels will be discussed. Issues, challenges and new perspectives on the teaching and
learning of problem solving in mathematics will also be discussed.

Assesment Method : Coursework: 60%; Examination: 40%

Medium of Instruction : Malay and English Language

Main References
Keeley, P/ & Rose, C.M. (Eds.) (2006). Mathematics curriculum topic study: Bridging the gap between
standards and practice. Thousand Oks, CA: Corwin Press.
Pinar, W.F. (Ed.). (2003). International handbook of curriculum research. Mahwah, NJ: Lawrence Erlbaum
Associates
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (2000). Principles and standards for school mathematics.
Reston, VA: NCTM.

PMGS 6304 DIAGNOSTIC TEACHING IN ARITHMETIC 3 CREDITS

Synopsis

In this course, the reasons why some children have difficulty in learning elementary mathematical
concepts and mastering basic mathematical skills will be investigated in terms of the cognitive and affective
factors. The students will be guided in using diagnostic strategies of teaching arithmetic to elementary school
children based on the constructive approach and the integrated perspective. Also, implications of technology for
diagnostic teaching of arithmetic will be examined.

Assesment Method : Continuous Assessment (Test, Assignment): 60%, Examination: 40%

Medium of Instruction : English Language

Main References
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics. (2000). Curriculum and Evaluation Standards for School
Mathematics. reston, VA: NCTM.
Ashlock, R. B. (1998). Error patterns in computation. Columbus, OH: Charles E. Merrill.
Palmer, D., Kays M., Smith, A. , & Doig, B. (1994). Stop! Look & Lesson Manual: A Guide to Identifying
and Correcting Common Mathematical Errors. Melbourne: The Australian Council for Educational
Research Ltd. (ACER).

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