How to prepare for mathematics section in HTET 2020?

 How to prepare for the mathematics section in HTET 2020?

The teaching of mathematics in the class is not only concerned with the computational knowledge of the subject but is also concerned with the selection of the mathematical content and communication leading to its understanding and application.

Aims of Teaching Mathematics 

1. To develop the mathematical skills like speed, accuracy, neatness, brevity, estimation, etc among the students.
2. To develop their logical thinking, reasoning power, analytical thinking, critical thinking.
3. To develop their power of decision-making.
4. To develop the technique of problem-solving.
5. To recognize the adequacy or inadequacy of given data in relation to any problem on an individual basis.
6. To develop their scientific attitude i.e. to estimate, find and verify results.

 Mathematics Section is of 30 marks and it is essential to know the syllabus of HTET prior to begins preparation.

• Geometry - Circle, Triangle, Rectangle, Square and related theorems
• Shapes and Spatial Understanding
• Solids around us - Cube, Cuboid, Cone, Cylinder, Sphere, Hemisphere etc.
• Number System - LCM, HCF, Factors, Unit digit, Digit Sum etc.
• BODMAS - Simplifications including Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, and Division

 Pedagogical issues 

• Nature of Mathematics/Logical thinking; understanding children’s thinking and reasoning patterns and strategies of making meaning and learning
• Place of Mathematics in Curriculum
• Language of Mathematics
• Community Mathematics
• Evaluation through formal and informal methods
• Problems of Teaching

Tips & Tricks

1.Practice Time-

• When it comes to maths, the more you practice, the better you get at it.
• Try to grab as many types of questions as possible and try to solve them all.
• In the process, candidates will come across doubts and difficulties, those need to be solved prior exam.

2. Mugging up is of no help-

• Mathematics is all about ‘understanding’, not mugging up.
• Try to understand the concept behind the topic and then attempt questions related to it.

 3 Have mastery over formulas-

• In maths, while facing a question, it is a formula that comes to your rescue.
• While solving a problem, if you can find the right formula that has to be applied, half of the problem is solved. 
• Prepare a proper list of all the formulas and square roots & cube roots.
• Mastery over formulas comes only when your basics and fundamentals are clear. Also, constant revision is also required.

 4 Solve previous years’ question papers-

• Revision plays a major role in boosting scores.
• Try to attempt as any previous year question paper as one can that helps in developing an idea about the pattern of the exam.

 5 Give importance to ‘weighty’ chapters-

•  In maths paper, certain chapters carry more weight, in terms of marks. So, naturally, more time and effort has to be allotted towards the preparation and revision of those sections.
• Mathematics involves two-section Pedagogy as well as Calculative part so it is necessary to maintain a balance between them.

 6 Manage time well during the examination-

• As it is difficult to predict the level of the Qualifying exam but consideration should be a moderate one.
• Sometimes candidates find it difficult to attempt all questions within the amount of time allotted. So, this problem can be tackled by solving mock test & previous year question papers.
• Try to attempt mock test within the stipulated time and create an examination hall environment.

7 Solve doubts immediately-

• While indulging in preparations, it is quite natural that candidates may come across the number of doubts and difficulties.
• Make it a point to clear doubts as soon as possible.