,EMA1501 Assignment 2 (COMPLETE ANSWERS)
Semester 1 2025 - DUE 13 June 2025; 100% correct
solutions and explanations.
QUESTION 1
1.1 Differentiation between Mathematical Concepts and
Mathematical Skills (6)
Mathematical Concepts refer to the big ideas or
understandings in mathematics that children gradually
construct through exploration and experiences. These are
abstract ideas that form the foundation of mathematical
thinking.
o Example: Understanding that addition means
combining two or more groups to make a larger group
(concept of addition).
Mathematical Skills are the practical abilities or
techniques children develop to apply mathematical
concepts. These involve actions or procedures to solve
problems.
o Example: Being able to physically count 5 blocks and
then add 3 more to reach a total of 8 (counting and
addition skill).
1.2 Definitions and Examples (15)
1.2.1 Number Sense (3)
Definition: Number sense is the intuitive understanding of
numbers, their relationships, and how they are affected by
, operations. It includes the ability to estimate, compare, and
mentally calculate.
Examples:
1. A child recognizing that 8 is more than 5 without
counting (subitising).
2. Estimating that there are about 10 apples in a basket.
1.2.2 Patterns (3)
Definition: Patterns refer to the repeated or regular
sequences in numbers, shapes, colors, or sounds that help
children make predictions and understand order.
Examples:
1. Clapping hands in a sequence: clap-clap-stomp, clap-
clap-stomp.
2. Creating a color pattern using beads: red, blue, red,
blue.
1.2.3 Measurement (3)
Definition: Measurement involves determining the size,
length, volume, weight, or time of objects using standard or
non-standard units.
Examples:
1. Using hand spans to measure the length of a table.
2. Pouring water into different containers to compare
volume.
1.2.4 Assessment (3)
Definition: Assessment in mathematics involves observing
and evaluating children’s understanding, thinking, and
problem-solving strategies to inform teaching.
Semester 1 2025 - DUE 13 June 2025; 100% correct
solutions and explanations.
QUESTION 1
1.1 Differentiation between Mathematical Concepts and
Mathematical Skills (6)
Mathematical Concepts refer to the big ideas or
understandings in mathematics that children gradually
construct through exploration and experiences. These are
abstract ideas that form the foundation of mathematical
thinking.
o Example: Understanding that addition means
combining two or more groups to make a larger group
(concept of addition).
Mathematical Skills are the practical abilities or
techniques children develop to apply mathematical
concepts. These involve actions or procedures to solve
problems.
o Example: Being able to physically count 5 blocks and
then add 3 more to reach a total of 8 (counting and
addition skill).
1.2 Definitions and Examples (15)
1.2.1 Number Sense (3)
Definition: Number sense is the intuitive understanding of
numbers, their relationships, and how they are affected by
, operations. It includes the ability to estimate, compare, and
mentally calculate.
Examples:
1. A child recognizing that 8 is more than 5 without
counting (subitising).
2. Estimating that there are about 10 apples in a basket.
1.2.2 Patterns (3)
Definition: Patterns refer to the repeated or regular
sequences in numbers, shapes, colors, or sounds that help
children make predictions and understand order.
Examples:
1. Clapping hands in a sequence: clap-clap-stomp, clap-
clap-stomp.
2. Creating a color pattern using beads: red, blue, red,
blue.
1.2.3 Measurement (3)
Definition: Measurement involves determining the size,
length, volume, weight, or time of objects using standard or
non-standard units.
Examples:
1. Using hand spans to measure the length of a table.
2. Pouring water into different containers to compare
volume.
1.2.4 Assessment (3)
Definition: Assessment in mathematics involves observing
and evaluating children’s understanding, thinking, and
problem-solving strategies to inform teaching.
