Mathematics in OPSS

1. Continue to develop in students the critical mathematical processes such as, reasoning, communication and modelling, as they enhance the learning of mathematics and support the development of 21st century competencies;

2. Develop a greater awareness of the nature of mathematics and the big ideas that are central to the discipline and bring coherence and connections between different topics so as to develop in students a deeper and more robust understanding of mathematics and better appreciation of the discipline; and

3. Give attention to developing students’ metacognition by promoting self-directed learning and reflection.