APROACHING ABSTRACT CONCEPTS THROUGH PARTICIPATION AND MODELLING
in Numeracy
Many a times learners do not visualize abstract concepts in mathematics and do not see the applicability of the concepts in real life. The design allows learners to participate in putting up concepts into tangible models. Learning in classroom in converted into an activated, material provided and space provided in a well designed mathematics resource center. Learners are given time to understand concept in classroom and design an activity that would convert the concept into tangible model either constructed or drawn.
Teach the concept in class and give learners the actual dimensions and ideas.
In groups of 4, give learners an exercise to model the idea into tangible model.
Say a concept in bearing-Provide manila, glue, rulers, protractor and compasses
In a piece of manila, leaners can draw the sea or ocean, model the boats and place them in their right position as described in bearing angles.