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A Magical Workshop onCREATIVITY IN MATHEMATICS EDUCATION
(For Primary School Mathematics Educators)About This Magical WorkshopThis is a fun filled, hands-on and minds-on workshop on creativity in Maths Education. In this workshopMs. Teoh Poh Yew will share with the participants on how to instill intrinsic motivation in learning maths.
Learners enjoy activities that involve magic, puzzles and games. Thus an enjoyable and interesting way forlearning problem solving is by solving recreational mathematics problems. Appropriate recreational problemsstimulate intellectual curiosity, develop problem solving skills, promote discovery and thinking skills, as well asunleash creativity. These problems appear to be recreational or magical in nature but they are actually basedon sound mathematical concepts. In solving these problems, learners actively participate in discovering or
deciphering the hidden principles underlying each problem and in the process construct their own knowledge ofmathematics. The mathematical principles learned are not imposed on them but come about as a result of theirown mental construction that involves the fitting of new information with what they already know.
ObjectivesAt the end of this workshop, participants will be able to
recognise the importance of creativ ity
describe five elements of creativity
practice the five steps to creativity
identify the barriers to creativity
facilitate the learning of mathematics creatively using some mathematical magic, games, and puzzles
explore the possibilities of using the same magic/puzzle/games to inspire students of different grades andvarying levels of ability for different learning objectives
motivate reluctant learners using the following approaches:
- helping them to set goals and planning for success
- coaching them according to their ability
- giving them chances to show their ability in the class- recognising their potential/ talent in other areas
make a paradigm shift from catering for basic and performance needs to catering for student excitementneeds (Kano Model) in Maths Education
TestimonialsI first met Poh Yew at a conference in Mathematical Creativity in Bulgaria and was drawn to her work, not onlybecause of her own very contagious enjoyment of mathematics but also because of her ability to explain themathematical concepts behind the games and tricks to people with a wide range of mathematical backgroundsand interest. From children with their parents to professor of mathematics, all were drawn into her activities.
Prof. Linda Sheffield, Regents Professor, Mathematics EducationNorthern Kentucky University, USA
It was a pleasure listening to you doing the magic in the class. You have taken teaching and learning to anotherlevel - the magical level. It will be wonderful for students if all teachers teach like that.
Mr. Low Wong Fook, Principal of Singapore Polytechnics
This is the most interesting maths course in my 24 years of service. I admire your courage and persistent indoing your work. Hope to attend another Maths course conducted by you. With the knowledge that you had
imparted to us, I will try to apply them to my blind students. 3 days are not enough.Mariana Yusuf, Sarawak
Very enlightening. After 10 years, I have finally seen a different approach in t eaching Maths. Thank you. Youhave made simple things create great impacts. Will love to share these with the rest of the staff back in school.
Chandramohan, Singapore
I attended your workshop in Sri KL Subang Jaya just last Saturday and am blown away by your down to earthand honest attitude. You remind me so much of a young teachers passion to teach. So many of us haveforgotten about that passion. Your daughter is right, you are a LOVE FACTORY. I inspire to be like you andchange the many lives that I meet. You are God sent and an answer to many peoples prayer.
Rebecca Au, Sri KL
WORKSHOP SCHEDULEDAY 1, MONDAY (11 APRIL 2011)
0815 - 0830 Registration
0830 -1030 The importance of creativity
Creativity is about making connections
Connecting Maths with magic
Creativity is about variations
1030 - 1100 Tea Break
1100 - 1300 5 steps to creativity
The barriers to creativity
Creativity is about Thinking Out of the Box
1300 - 1430 Lunch Break
1430 - 1630 Mega Creativity
Creativity is about saying YES to impossibili ties Developing creativity through Multiple Intelligences
Torrances criteria for the Measurement of Creativity
1630 - 1700 Tea Break
DAY 2, TUESDAY (12 APRIL 2011)
0830 - 1030 The Art of Teaching
Sharpen your Minds with Puzzles
Problem Solving Strategies
Creativity is about making things faster and better
1030 - 1100 Tea Break
1100 - 1300 Helping children to Love maths
How to motivate Reluctant Learners
Goal setting - planning for success
How to cater for Gifted Children
1300 - 1430 Lunch Break
1430 - 1615 Amazing Mathematical Card Tricks
Paradigm Shifts in Maths Education
The importance of Excitement Needs in Maths Education (Kano Model)
Using Magic to increase Retention
Q&A
1615 - 1630 Closing & Certificate Presentation Ceremony
1630 - 1700 Tea Break
Note: This programme schedule may be subjected to minor changes without prior notice.
Ms. Teoh Poh Yew is a dynamic and creative Mathematics educator who firmly believesthat everyone can be creative and everyone can enjoy mathematics. She is particularlyinterested in using mathematical magic to develop creativity, mathematical thinkingand problem solving abilities. Ms. Teoh is a very experienced international speaker inthe fields of creativity, training of trainers and mathematics education. She hasconducted extremely innovative workshops in 14 countries around the world such asMalaysia, Singapore, Thailand, the Philippines, Indonesia, Bulgaria, Denmark, China,USA, Hong Kong, Czech Republic, Germany, India and Taiwan. She has also authoredthree books on mathematical magic and developed m-WizyTM magic cards to facilitateunderstanding of mathematical concepts and creativity in a fun and magical way. Sheappears regularly on TV, radio, magazines and newspapers to share her experiences.
Introducing the Workshop Facilitator
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PARTICIPATION FORMName:
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School / Organisation:
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Gender: Male Female
Telephone: Office: __________________ Home: ________________ Mobile: ___________________
Email: ______________________________________
Do you need accommodation at RECSAM International House?
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I enclose a Cheque /Local Order / Postal Order
No: _______________bearing the sum of RM ____________ as payment for the workshop.
(Please make cheque/local order/postal order payable to: SEAMEO RECSAM)
Note: To enrol please complete the PARTICIPATION FORM and send/fax it to:
Director, SEAMEO RECSAM,11700 Gelugor, Pulau Pinang.Fax: 04-6522742
Closing date for registration is 1 April 2011.
Signature: _____________________________
Date: _________________________________
Participation FeesType 1: RM 670.00 per participant (Without Accommodation)
Type 2: RM 810.00 per participant (Twin Sharing at RECSAM International House)
Type 3: RM 900.00 per participant (Single Occupancy at RECSAM International House)
FoodMorning tea, lunch and afternoon tea will be provided by SEAMEO RECSAM during the workshop. For stay-inparticipants (Type 2 & Type 3), breakfast and dinner will be provided.
Submission and Closing DateAll participation forms are to be submitted to the following latest by 1 April 2011:
Director, SEAMEO RECSAMJalan Sultan Azlan Shah, 11700 Gelugor, Pulau Pinang
or by Fax: 04-6522742
Local Order InformationPay to: SEAMEO RECSAM
Bank: Maybank Gelugor Branch, Penang
Account No.: 5571 5700 0647
For EnquiriesMs. Khoo Suan Si - Tel: 04-6522 741 (Training Programme Division office)
Mr. Teoh Boon Tat - Tel: 04-6522 743 (Direc t line)
Email: [email protected]