Introduction-- Online Singapore Math Tutoring

SingaporeMathTutor.com provides your child the benefit of Singapore’s proven approach to math with qualified Singaporean tutors. Singapore’s students have consistently scored #1 in the world in international studies. With us, your child will receive direct teaching by Singaporean tutors. They will develop a strong conceptual understanding of mathematics that will challenge their critical thinking skills and give them the ability to tackle complex math in any given situation.

Mathematics is one of the basic pillars of scientific and technical knowledge and so the correct approach and motivation in the teaching of mathematics is of paramount importance. An interest in and enjoyment of math is essential, which is why we focus on more than mere memorization.





8 Common Questions that parents/educators have about us:

1) How Will SingaporeMathTutor.com Help My Child/Student?
2) Why is Singapore Math better than other approaches?
3) Will the On-line Format be Suitable for My Child's Learning Style?
4) Is Singapore Math in English?
5) Is SingaporeMathTutor.com affordable?
6) What Happens During the Lesson?
7) Will my child be able to pass SAT's?
8) Who are the people behind SingaporeMathTutor.com?

 

1) How Will SingaporeMathTutor.com Help My Child/Student?

SingaporeMathTutor.com will help your child develop strong math skills along with the ability to problem solve. We go beyond memorization with a strong focus on conceptual understanding. With SingaporeMathTutor.com your child will have the computational skills and the conceptual knowledge necessary for higher math. Many children find that having a better understanding of the concepts leads to more enjoyment of mathematics, especially in the realm of problem solving.

For public schooling parents – this is an affordable and effective math program to supplement your child's existing school curriculum. Our after school tuition program will help your child build a solid mathematics foundation and will set your child apart from peers.

For home educating parents – SingaporeMathTutor.com can be used as a supplement to what you're already doing at home, or it can be used as a complete, online math curriculum. You get the benefit of the Singapore approach to math and the flexibility of having us provide as much or as little instruction as you need.

For Schools - Your students can now have access to a ready pool of highly qualified tutors well versed in a quality program. We can work with your weaker students to improve their understanding in a highly interactive, small group setting. We can also provide your gifted students with the differentiation they need in order to reach their potential.

SingaporeMathTutor.com offers the peace of mind that comes with knowing your child is benefiting from a challenging and high quality math program taught by experienced tutors who succeeded in the same program themselves.

2) Why is Singapore Math better than other approaches?

In 1995, 14500 nine-year olds and 8500 thirteen year old Singapore students joined another half million students from 44 countries to participate in the Third International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS). Singapore students performed remarkably well, taking the top spot in mathematics for both age groups. Almost 40% of Singapore 's nine-year olds were placed in the top 10% of the entire study.

Singapore students did so well not because they are more intelligent but rather due to many contributing factors.

We believe that the two most important factors are:

1. The way mathematics is taught,

2. The teachers who teach it.

SingaporeMathTutor.com Math Program is built upon the fundamentals of Singapore Mathematics. Our emphasis is on problem solving, thinking skills, and computational ability. Performance scores have proven it – the Singapore approach works.

Many other approaches teach only how to memorize. Children are able to answer questions that appear familiar to them by plugging in the memorized algorithm, but many stumble when faced with a problem that requires more thought. Singapore students are taught many different problem solving strategies. They can tackle difficult problems from various angles and apply their knowledge outside of the curriculum. Singapore students learn not just how to memorize an algorithm; they learn how to solve problems.

3) Will the On-line Format be Suitable for My Child's Learning Style?

SingaporeMathTutor.com patent-pending technology enables easy communication between our tutors in Singapore and your student in North America . Our whiteboard is designed for ease of use and allows for instant understanding between student and teacher. Our tutors can help students to make new connections as they're working out their problems on the whiteboard. The use of a headset allows students to express themselves immediately instead of suffering from the lack of understanding that sometimes occurs with web-based communication. Our system pairs the visual strengths of the Internet with the personal strengths of the telephone.

SingaporeMathTutor.com new technology is user friendly and appeals to all types of learners. Visual learners will be able to see the concepts explained right in front of their eyes. Kinesthetic learners will be able to use the mouse to manipulate visuals on the white board. Auditory learners will discuss concepts with their tutor over the head set. By appealing to all three types of learners, SingaporeMathTutor.com tutors are able to reinforce concepts more effectively.

4) Is SingaporeMathTutor.com affordable?

For just a fraction of what you would pay for private tutoring your child can enjoy either small group tutoring or individual tuition with qualified Singapore tutors. Instead of worrying about dropping off your child at a tutoring centre and picking her up at the end of her session, you can relax in your own home while your child visits with her tutor in Singapore through our online classroom. Your child won't have the added stress of being in a strange place, instead he'll be able to fully concentrate on his lesson. You'll have the benefits of a qualified Singaporean tutor, the convenience of in-home service, and the strength of Singapore math all for much less than conventional tutoring.

5) Is Singapore Math in English?

Singapore Primary Mathematics series has been described as, “exhibit[ing] the principles of a well-designed curriculum better, it seems, than any textbook series currently available in English.” {Referred from Elementary Mathematics for Teachers by Thomas H. Parker and Scott J. Balbridge} It is currently one of the most popular programs for home educated children and is being used to supplement school children's education as well. Students in Singapore complete their education in English so Singapore Math is designed for English speaking students. New Elementary Mathematics (grade 7 – 10) is also designed for English speaking students.

6) What Happens During the Lesson?

All our lessons are designed to be conducted through our unique virtual classroom. Our user-friendly technology is so easy to use that even our 7-year old student can use it with ease after a few lessons! By building upon their natural excitement and enthusiasm of using the computer to learn, our teachers can easily ignite and nurture their interest in math.

Lessons last one hour. Students go through a systematic presentation of concepts and skills in a fun and lively mode. SingaporeMathTutor.com is hierarchical in nature and built upon previous knowledge and skills. This is why the online lessons are designed to focus on concept building and infusion of thinking and problem solving skills. At the end of each lesson, our teachers will assign light after-lesson practices to help students reinforce whatever concepts they have learned in class. Depending on the strengths and competencies of the child, our tutor will assign questions to target his areas of weaknesses and will go through them with the student in the next lesson. Only through classroom understanding and repeated practices can a student fully master and apply the skills confidently. With the help of our innovative whiteboard, this learning process will be smoother, more enriching and definitely greater fun for the student so much so that you will be surprised that he wishes the lessons were longer!

7) Will my child be able to pass SAT's?

At SingaporeMathTutor.com, we believe that the higher the expectations we have of our students, the more they will achieve. We believe that each and every child has the potential and ability to attain a reasonably high standard of mathematics knowledge and skills.

Dr John Hoven co-president of the Gifted and Talented Association (GTA) of Montgomery County, Maryland commented that “Students who grow up with these books will waltz through the SAT math exam” He also points out that Singapore Math problems for grades 5 and 6 are comparable to those on Maryland's high school Algebra exam, and to the "hard" 8th grade problems on the U.S. National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) exam. (See http://www.edreform.com/forum/2001/NAEPmath.pdf )

8) Who are the people behind SingaporeMathTutor.com?

SingaporeMathTutor.com is the result of a team of experienced primary school teachers, familiar with the problems students often face in learning math. Mrs Mary Teo, a retired principal with more than 40 years of experience in the primary education scene, heads this dedicated curriculum team.

We are staffed with a team of well-trained Singapore tutors who went through, and benefited from, the actual Singapore curriculum. They are all math enthusiasts with strong university level math background. Their dedication and passion in mathematics learning and teaching will enable your child to improve their mathematics skills and confidence tremendously!

 

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