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The learning of mathematics in grade five is
planned to reinforce the developing cognitive
abilities of children in this age span. The use of
physical models to support and extend their
thinking is encouraged. Students' abilities to
solve problems, especially involving common-life
situations, are reinforced. They work independently
and in small groups to confirm their knowledge and
to develop long-term math projects. On-going
practice to maintain and extend skills for using
number facts and basic operations is built into
math instruction; students work with activities to
develop a growing understanding of the mathematics
underlying the familiar operations.
Students are supported in learning how to use
numbers and numeration to solve problems. They
develop and apply an understanding of geometry and
spatial relationships. They are guided in exploring
data and in using patterns and sequences. As their
understanding grows, they explore the procedures
and algorithms employed to facilitate mathematical
operations. The use of the Texas Instruments 15
calculator with scrolling display, enables students
to analyze and refine their problem solving skills.
In addition, the calculator features practice for
fact extensions to reinforce mental math.
Students in grade five need opportunities to
turn their intuition for numbers into systematic
understanding. To facilitate this growth, they are
encouraged to construct knowledge and concepts for
themselves. The mathematics program provides
experiences to capture and extend the enthusiasm of
students for learning mathematics. In grade five,
materials from the University of Chicago School
Mathematics Project, Everyday
Mathematics, are used as the primary source
for classroom learning activities.
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