Beatty Secondary School Yearbook 2021

Mathematics
Depar tment
The Mathematics department aims to develop
students’ competency and confidence in
Mathematics through a rigorous curriculum that
emphasises the application of mathematical
concepts and skills in problem solving. This is in
line with the national emphasis on the application
of mathematics to solve problems in real world
contexts.
Through the Secondary One Integrated
Programme in Term 1, students were able to
appreciate graphical representations, create
surveys, analyse data and present them using
interesting statistical diagrams such as bar
graphs and pie charts.
Lower secondary students with a strong aptitude
for Mathematics went through the Mathematics
Innovator Programme to extend their
mathematical learning beyond the curriculum
and discover the marvel of Mathematics through
puzzles and quizzes. To conclude this brain
teasing journey, they had an opportunity to
participate in the Math Kangaroo Contest and the
Singapore Math Olympiad.
I found the experience of being in the Math
Innovator Programme interesting as it
allowed me to challenge myself and others.
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Out of classroom learning
is still a valued component
of the Mathematics
experience. Ensuring
that safe management
measures were in
place, the Secondary
Three students used
Mathematical Manipulatives, such as a clinometer
and Trigonometric ratios to calculate the height
of our school flag pole. Through a differentiated
and student-centric approach, the mathematics
programmes and learning activities encourages
students to enjoy learning mathematics and take
control of their own learning.
The department was able to harness the
affordances of technology to make Mathematics
more engaging. Students used the Desmos
software to explore the different properties
of Quadrilaterals in the study of Geometry.
Students enjoyed using the software by
adjusting parameters to discover the properties
and to share their findings with their peers
and exchange comments for the collaborative
learning.
The clinometer allowed my students
to understand mathematical concepts
through a hands-on approach. They had
the chance to build connections between
the theories taught in class and apply
it in real-life situations. I felt that the
session was refreshing for all who have
participated.
Ms Rabiah, Teacher-in-charge
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