Mathematics Learning

Mathematics is a powerful tool used every day to solve real-life problems. A focus on numeracy skills provides students with a solid foundation of mathematical knowledge. Numeracy skills support real-life pursuits, including telling time, using and managing money, following instructions, finding an address, and reading a schedule. Through mathematics, students develop logical thinking skills that support effective decision making in a variety of situations. Experiences with mathematics help students develop appreciation for the patterns and relationships that describe multiple aspects of the world and its future possibilities. Studying and mastering mathematics can lead to jobs in computer science, construction, artificial intelligence, teaching, engineering, and many other fields.

In mathematics, students will learn about numbers and operations, measurement, geometry, algebra, and statistics. Specifically, students will:

• Add and subtract numbers within 1000 using standard procedures (algorithms).

• Recall multiplication number facts to 10 x 10 and related division facts.

• Recognize parallel, perpendicular, and equal sides in 2-D shapes.

• Measure length using metric units.

• Tell time using analog and digital clocks.

 

Mathematics outcomes for Grade 3 students include (but are not limited to):

  • describe quantities to 1000
  • understand, apply and recall addition facts up to and including 9 + 9 and related subtraction facts
  • understand and recall multiplication facts to 5 x 5 and related division facts
  • understand fractions as a part of a whole
  • compare fractions with the same denominators
  • understand and determine perimeter for regular and irregular shapes
  • solve one-step addition and subtraction equations, using symbols
  • create increasing and decreasing patterns
  • measure time, mass and length
  • describe and sort shapes, using more than one characteristic
  • collect information and construct bar graphs
  • organize  data, using charts, lists and graphs, in order to solve problems

 

Students will also explore introductory concepts of simple multiplication and division. We will learn about numbers to 1000, using place value. They will understand, apply and recall addition facts up to and including 9 + 9 and related subtraction facts, and add and subtract 2- and 3-digit numbers, including the use of mental mathematics strategies. Your child will understand and recall multiplication to 10 x 10 and related division facts. They will solve problems involving number, patterns, measurement and data, and use symbols to solve one-step addition and subtraction equations. -modified from LearnAlberta.ca

 

More information can be found at:

https://curriculum.learnalberta.ca/cdn/ciihub/docs/Mathematics%20Subject%20Overview_Final.pdf

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