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CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT CENTRE 1 CURRICULUM FOR MATHEMATICS AND ADDITIONAL MATHEMATICS MATHEMATICS UNIT CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT CENTRE

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CURRICULUM FOR MATHEMATICS AND

ADDITIONAL MATHEMATICS

MATHEMATICS UNIT

CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT CENTRE

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Syllabus

Curriculum Specifications

ADDITIONAL MATHEMATICS CURRICULUM

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A general description of the Mathematics KBSM program.

Discuss rationale, aim, objectives, content organisation, general teaching and learning approaches, and assessment.

Lists the mathematical topics through the five-year program.

Organizes topics into three inter-related areas of Number, Shape and Space, and Relationship.

A general description of the Mathematics KBSM program.

Discuss rationale, aim, objectives, content organisation, general teaching and learning approaches, and assessment.

Lists the mathematical topics through the five-year program.

Organizes topics into three inter-related areas of Number, Shape and Space, and Relationship.

THE CURRICULUM

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Specify learning area, experiences and outcomes. Five separate documents according to levels – Forms 1 to Form 5.

Specify learning area, experiences and outcomes. Five separate documents according to levels – Forms 1 to Form 5.

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DECLARATIONOUR NATION, MALAYSIA, being dedicated to achieving a greater unity of all her peoples; to maintaining a democratic way of life; to creating a just society in which the wealth of the nation shall be equitably shared; to ensuring a liberal approach to her rich and diverse cultural traditions; to building a progressive society which shall be oriented to modern science and technology;

WE, her peoples, pledge our united efforts to attain these ends guided by these principles:

BELIEF IN GODLOYALTY TO KING AND COUNTRYUPHOLDING THE CONSTITUTIONRULE OF LAWGOOD BEHAVIOUR AND MORALITY

DECLARATIONOUR NATION, MALAYSIA, being dedicated to achieving a greater unity of all her peoples; to maintaining a democratic way of life; to creating a just society in which the wealth of the nation shall be equitably shared; to ensuring a liberal approach to her rich and diverse cultural traditions; to building a progressive society which shall be oriented to modern science and technology;

WE, her peoples, pledge our united efforts to attain these ends guided by these principles:

BELIEF IN GODLOYALTY TO KING AND COUNTRYUPHOLDING THE CONSTITUTIONRULE OF LAWGOOD BEHAVIOUR AND MORALITY

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Education in Malaysia is an ongoing effort towards further

developing the potential of individuals in a holistic and integrated manner so as to produce individuals who are

intellectually, spiritually, emotionally and physically balanced and harmonious,

based on a firm belief in God. Such an effort is designed to

produce Malaysian citizens who are knowledgeable and

competent, who possess high moral standards, and who are

responsible and capable of achieving a high level of

personal well-being as well as being able to contribute to the betterment of the family, the

society and the nation at large.

Education in Malaysia is an ongoing effort towards further

developing the potential of individuals in a holistic and integrated manner so as to produce individuals who are

intellectually, spiritually, emotionally and physically balanced and harmonious,

based on a firm belief in God. Such an effort is designed to

produce Malaysian citizens who are knowledgeable and

competent, who possess high moral standards, and who are

responsible and capable of achieving a high level of

personal well-being as well as being able to contribute to the betterment of the family, the

society and the nation at large.

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“The Mathematics Curriculum for secondary school aims to develop individuals who are able to think

mathematically and who can apply mathematical knowledge effectively and

responsibly in solving problems and making decisions. This will enable the

individual to face challenges in everyday life that arise due to the advancement of

science and technology .”

AIM

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“The Additional Mathematics curriculum for secondary schools aims

to develop students with an in-depth mathematical knowledge and ability so that they are able to use mathematics

responsibly and effectively to communicate and to solve problems, so

as to provide them with adequate preparation for future studies and be productive in their future careers.”

AIM

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CURRICULUM OBJECTIVES

Widen their ability in the field of numbers, shapes and relationships as well as to gain knowledge in calculus, vector and linear programming;

Enhance problem-solving skills;

Develop the ability to think critically, creatively and to reason out logically;

Make inference and reasonable generalization from given information;

Relate the learning of mathematics to daily activities and careers;

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CURRICULUM OBJECTIVES

Use the knowledge and skills of mathematics to interpret and solve real-life problems;

Debate solutions in accurate language of mathematics;

Relate mathematical ideas to the needs and activities of human beings;

Use hardware and software to explore mathematics

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KnowledgeKnowledge

AbilitiesAbilities

Attitude and ValuesAttitude and Values

Facts, principles, theorems, etc.

Calculation, measuring,computation, communication, solving problems, etc.

Appreciating mathematics, accurate, precise, systematic, persistence, etc.

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ORGANISATION OF CONTENT

Core Package

Elective Package

The contents are arranged into two learning packages:

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ORGANISATION OF CONTENT

Compulsory for all students and consists of 9 topics arranged under 5 components:

Algebra (A)

Geometry (G)

Calculus (C)

Trigonometry (T)

Statistics (S)

The Core Package

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ORGANISATION OF CONTENT

Consists of two packages:

Science and Technology Application

Social Science Application

The Elective Package

Students need to choose only one application package according to their inclination.

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ORGANISATION OF CONTENT

Learning Objectives

Suggested Teaching & Learning Activities

Learning Outcomes

Points to Note

Vocabulary

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Learning objectives are more general.

Students should be taught to…

Understand and use the concept of

… to solve problems.

Perform computations…

Column 1: Learning Objectives

ORGANISATION OF CONTENT

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Column 2: Suggested T&L Activities

Provides examples of activities, method, technique, strategies

and resources. Not the only intended activities, method,

technique, strategies and resources to be used.

Teachers are encouraged to use varied T&L strategies that are both meaningful & suitable to the students’ abilities, experiences and interests.

ORGANISATION OF CONTENT

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Column 3: Learning OutcomesDefines clearly what students should be able to do.

Students should be able to…

Prescribes knowledge, concept, skills or mathematical processes.

Achievable, Observable and Measurable (assessable).

ORGANISATION OF CONTENT

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Column 3: Learning Outcomes Represent Identify Classify Recognise Determine Find Calculate

ORGANISATION OF CONTENT

Form Solve Plot Relate Sketch Use.. to find Simplify

Deduce Verify Estimate Compare Convert Change Express

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Column 3: Learning Outcomes

ORGANISATION OF CONTENT

Words such as:

understand, appreciate and comprehend

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Limitation to the scope, clarifications, further explanations, emphases, notations & formulae.

Column 4: Points to Note

ORGANISATION OF CONTENT

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Provides a list of vocabularies, standard terminologies,

instructional words or phrases relevant to the T&L process of

the topic.

Column 5: Vocabulary

ORGANISATION OF CONTENT

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Teaching Scheme

Component Scheme

Title Scheme

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Algebraic Component

Geometric Component

Statistic Component

Trigonometric Component

Calculus Component

AST or ASS

Component Scheme

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TOPICS – FORM 4

A1. Functions

A2. Quadratic Equations

A3. Quadratic Functions

A4. Simultaneous Equations

A5. Indices And Logarithm

G1. Coordinate Geometry

S1. Statistics

T1. Circular Measure

C1. Differentiation

AST1. Solution Of Triangles

ASS1. Index Number

PW1. Project Work

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Title Scheme for Form 5

A6. Progressions

A7. Linear Law

C2. Integration

G2. Vectors

T2. Trigonometric Functions

S2. Permutations and Combinations

S3. Probability

S4. Probability Distributions

AST2 Motion Along a Straight Line

ASS2. Linear Programming

PW2. Project Work

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Mathematics learning must be …

Fun

Meaningful

Challenging

Useful

Fun

Meaningful

Challenging

Useful

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Problem Solving

Communication in Mathematics

The Use of Technology

Reasoning

Making Connection

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Integral part of mathematics learning.The four steps (Polya’s method).

Understanding

Planning

Solving

Looking back 

Integral part of mathematics learning.The four steps (Polya’s method).

Understanding

Planning

Solving

Looking back 

Problem Solving

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Problem Solving Strategies

Drawing diagrams Using algebra Identifying patterns Trial and improvement method Trying a simpler case Making a table or systematic list Simulation, etc.

Drawing diagrams Using algebra Identifying patterns Trial and improvement method Trying a simpler case Making a table or systematic list Simulation, etc.

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Communication in Mathematics

Communication skills include: Reading Writing Listening Speaking

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The Use Of Technology

Scientific Calculators

Graphing Calculators

Geometer’s Sketchpad

Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

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• 418 Schools• Have trained teachers all over the

country

Graphing Calculators

The Use Of Technology

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KindnessSelf-relianceIntegrityRespectLoveJusticeFreedomCourage

Moral Values

Mental & Physical CleanlinessHonestyDiligenceCooperationModerationGratitudeRationalityPublic SpiritednessPatriotism

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Constructivism Contextual Exploratory Cooperative learning Multiple Intelligent Mastery Learning Self-Access Learning Leaning How to Learn Future Learning

Pedagogical Approaches

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Assessment

is a varied, on-going process is designed to evaluate both student progress and

teacher effectiveness. must address the range of knowledge and skills that

students are expected to learn. focus on students’ demonstration of learning.

must be comprehensive. must be valid and reliable. must take account of individual learners. provide opportunities for students to take

responsibility for their own learning and for monitoring their own progress.

is a varied, on-going process is designed to evaluate both student progress and

teacher effectiveness. must address the range of knowledge and skills that

students are expected to learn. focus on students’ demonstration of learning.

must be comprehensive. must be valid and reliable. must take account of individual learners. provide opportunities for students to take

responsibility for their own learning and for monitoring their own progress.

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Surat Pekeliling Lembaga Peperiksaan (SPM) bil. 16/2000 bertarikh

11 Nov 2000.

“Pelaporan kerja kursus yang dikendalikan oleh sekolah hendaklah dilaporkan oleh

sekolah”.

PROJECT WORK

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“Kerja kursus bagi semua mata pelajaran di peringkat SPM di nilai dan

dilaporkan secara objektif oleh sekolah dengan penuh tanggung jawab.”

PROJECT WORK

Surat Pekeliling Lembaga Peperiksaan (SPM) bil. 16/2000 bertarikh

11 Nov 2000.

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Documents prepared by CDC: Tasks Rubrics Samples of working Samples of certificate Guidelines for teachers and

students.

PROJECT WORK

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PROJECT WORK

Compulsory to every Form 4 & Form 5 student taking additional Mathematics.

Part of classroom instructions. To be carried out during the second

semester. Can be done in groups or individually, but

written report must be submitted individually.

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To be completed within a duration of 3 weeks time.

Students are given certificates only if they submit written report of the project work individually.

Teachers should encourage oral presentations.

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Through projects, students gain valuable skills:

Problem solving Reasoning Critical Thinking Communicating mathematics Learning styles and multiple intelligences Managing resources Collaborating with others Conducting a research Important skills for the workplace of today

Why Project Work?

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Emphasis should be given to the whole process of solving the problems, communicating it

effectively and developing critical thinking skills rather than getting

the “right” solution.

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Teachers sometimes give students too much independence—students have less than

adequate structure, guidelines, coaching, etc.

PITFALLS

Designing suitable tasks. What? How? Who?

Exam-oriented society.

Marking.

Non-traditional assessment may be unfamiliar to some teachers.

Too many projects.

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Resources may not be readily available

Students are used to giving short answers.

Writing reports in English.

Parents are not always supportive of projects.

Teachers without experience using technology as a cognitive tool may have

difficulty incorporating it into the projects.

Copying of projects from friends and books.

Aligning project goals with the curriculum can be difficult.

PITFALLS

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THANK YOU