The document discusses key aspects of teaching fractions according to the Singapore Math approach, including a problem-solving approach and CPA (Concrete-Pictorial-Abstract) approach. It covers topics like equal parts, equivalent fractions, fraction operations, and includes examples of tasks and methods. The goal is to meet the needs of all learners using this approach.

1. an institute within a conference|
SC01 Fractions | Equal Parts
up close and in-depth
yeap ban har | marshall cavendish institute
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2. what?
to meet demands of global economy
Problem-Solving Approach
how?
to meet the needs of every learner
CPA Approach

3. basic
concept
lesson |
grades two / three

5. Task Anticipated Responses
Make 4 equal parts.
Equal parts that are
congruent
Equal parts that are not
congruent

11. In this example we see
key features of Singapore Math
• Problem-Solving Approach
• CPA Approach

12. The use of anchor
tasks and asking for
different ways to do
something promote
the development of
this mathematical
practices.

13. an institute within a conference|
SC01 Fractions | Equivalent Fractions
up close and in-depth
yeap ban har | marshall cavendish institute
yeapbanhar@gmail.com | www.banhar.blogspot.com

19. an institute within a conference|
SC01 Fractions | Fraction Operations
up close and in-depth
yeap ban har | marshall cavendish institute
yeapbanhar@gmail.com | www.banhar.blogspot.com

23. Method 1
½ of 2 thirds
Method 2

24. Try it!

28. an institute within a conference|
SC01 Fractions | Practice & Problem Solving
up close and in-depth
yeap ban har | marshall cavendish institute
yeapbanhar@gmail.com | www.banhar.blogspot.com

32. math in focus
summer
institute |
philadelphia