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How to Overcome the Fear of Math

Fear of math, and anything new, is part of life learning. How to handle this fear and the attitude towards it, is the key issue. Be honest about the fear and face it head-on with the intention to master math. This way, the fear for math will be replaced with confidence and learning math will no longer be a burden. Read

By: Lim EeHai | 12/03/2008 | Education

What is Mental Maths About?

Mental maths is about performing maths calculation mentally. Its approach differs from the conventional written method in that its steps are broken down into a few simpler steps using small manageable numbers. Its main objective is to serve the needs of time-immediate maths computation. Read

By: Lim EeHai | 26/11/2007 | Education

How to Improve Maths Through Parental Involvement

As maths learners progress up the learning ladder, they are subjected to learning changes. Teachers change together with their teaching style. Learning partners may also change. The only constant is their parent who know their kids best in term of their learning habits and behaviour, and is better placed to resolve any of their concerns. Read

By: Lim EeHai | 04/11/2007 | Education

Learning Mathematics Through Mastery of Concepts

Learning mathematics can take two approaches. A simple approach is to remember all the facts and details and recalling them when asked. The second approach is to study and master the concepts. This "mastery of concepts" method of learning mathematics has a better knowledge retention benefit since it involves linkage of facts with solving strategy. Read

By: Lim EeHai | 27/10/2007 | Science