GANITHAM MADHURAM

Qualities of maths teacher  An exceptional math teacher possesses a unique combination of qualities that foster a supportive and engaging learning environment. They have a deep passion for mathematics, which they convey through clear and concise explanations, making complex concepts accessible to students of all skill levels. Effective math teachers are patient, empathetic, and encouraging, providing individualized attention and constructive feedback to help students overcome challenges and build confidence. They are also creative, using innovative teaching methods, real-world examples, and technology to make math relevant and enjoyable. Additionally, they are flexible, adapting their instruction to meet the diverse needs of their students, and continuously updating their knowledge and skills to stay current with curriculum developments and best practices in math education.   General qualities of an effective math teacher 1. Passion for Mathematics  A genuine love for mat...

  Unit 1 – Nature of Mathematics Mathematics - Meaning and Definition The term mathematics is said to be traced from ‘ mendh’ meaning ‘ to learn’ , related to the Greek word ‘ manthenein’ . Mathematics is an exact science which is related to measurements, calculations, discovering relationships and dealing with the problems of space. In dictionary meaning, mathematics is the science of number and space. Definitions ·         Mathematics is the indispensable instrument of all physical researches- Kant ·         Mathematics is the gateway and key to all sciences- Bacon ·         Mathematics is the queen of sciences and arithmetic is the queen of all mathematics – Gauss ·         Mathematics is the language in which God has written the universe- Galileo ·         Mathematics is the study of q...

Professionalizing Mathematics Education Unit 1: Mathematics for all ##    Causes of poor performance in Mathematics 1. Lack of adequate resources 2. Attitude towards mathematics 3. Math anxiety 4. Learning style 5. Learning environment 6. Teaching methods/strategies 7. Teacher student ratio 8. Inexperienced teachers 9. IQ 10. Lack of motivation 11. Lack of exercise/practice 12. Lack of concentration 13. Absenteeism  14. Difficulty of remembering math facts and concepts    Remedies & Role of teacher 1. Support students in developing their ability to solve problems. 2. Provide ongoing meaningful feedback to all students about their mathematics achievement, which helps to build confidence. 3. Encourage questioning and make space for curiosity. 4. Emphasize conceptual understanding over procedure. 5. Provide authentic problems that increase students' drive to engage with math 6. Share positive attitudes about math. Positive reinforcement.  7. Practice to so...