‘Singapore math’ is tough but effective
The way Singapore teaches math is certainly tough, making the subject the bane of many of our school lives.
But we can’t argue that it is effective, with Singapore often topping the charts in international mathematics achievements.
It’s no wonder our methods of teaching the subject are being adopted all around the world, even if it leaves many parents scratching their heads.
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I struggled with 'Singapore Math' when I was a student. Most of the times I wonder how realistic these word problems are. Though I enjoy Math in its abstract form very much (eg: Calculus, Complex Numbers, Abstract Algebra) I cannot find the link between the abstract and the practical aspect.
How well do you think "Singapore Math" applies to the real world?