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07-07-2009, 09:18 AM
More than arithmetic
Many people often assume that learning mental arithmetic is merely a method to improve the speed and accuracy of calculations, for example, adding 10-digit numbers withln a few seconds. By itself,it is already an amazing accomplishment for most young children. However, there is more to thls because when the children are learning U C MAS Mental Arithmetic, they are actually also undergolng the process developing other aspects of the mind. When the children have acquired an astonishing calculation speed, it is actually only the end result of having developed the following mental abilities : concentration, observation, vlsualization & imagination, and memory.
Concentration
Concentration is the concentrated and directed attention towards a particular matter with clear reflection that creates a deep image and mental impression. An enhanced concentration leads to better absorption power. Studying will then be a joyfuI thlng for these children. In the abacus and mental arithmetic education children will be tralned to concentrate when Iistening to the teachers questions (that ranges from easy to difficult) and then focus on calculating the answers as accurately as possible.
Observation
Observtion is the ability to compare and analyse and differentiate objects, motives and steps. It is also a state of alertness and swiftness of the mind and senses. This comes from the need to understand the theoretical requirements of each calculation and at the same time be aware of the time, and promptings from the teachers.
Visualization and Imagination
By using the imagination of the right braln to visualize the abacus in mind, inevitably the powers of visualization would become sharp and clear. Albert Einstein believes that the imagination is important than knowledge, because imagination is the main source of yet-to-be-discovered knowledge.
Memory
Memory is the ability to store and retrieve information and experiences. It has been found that memory in the left brain would not stay long, but an image that is recorded in the right brain would stay on in the mind forever. By stimulating the right brain with mental arithmetic, and in combination with the alertness of the eyes, ears and hands, the ability to store and recall is developed together.
Therefore, the ability to solve 10-digits arithmetic problems in only a few seconds is only a small success in comparison to the actual mental training that has been done in order to achieve the skill to perform rapid calculations.
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Course Structure
Learners' levels Suitable for:-
Pre-school children - Age 4 ~ 6
Basic addition, subtraction with and without using abacus
Learning games and activities and manipulating beads
Primary children - Age 7 ~ 13
Addition, subtraction, multiplication and division with and without using abacus
Visualization, listening, speed calculation
Course duration Three years Entry requirements None Certifying Authorities U C MAS Abacus & Mental Arithmetic Academy in collaboration with the China Zhusuan Association. Teacher/learner ratio 1:15 Course session 2 hours per week (to be allocated flexibly)
Each level 3 months Medium of instruction Bahasa Malaysia, Mandarin or English Examination
U C MAS Academy of Mental Arithmetic, in collaboration with the China Zhusuan Association, will organize international abacus and mental arithmetic grading examinations twice every year.
Each paper will vary from Grade 1 to Grade 10 and the Grand Level, in which the Grand Level is the highest level of the examinations.
Examination results will be classified into the grades of distinction, credit, pass and fail. Certificates will be awarded to students who have passed the examinations.
Course Materials
http://www.ucmas.com/images/img_abacus03.jpg
http://www.ucmas.com
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Does anyone know more about it?
Many people often assume that learning mental arithmetic is merely a method to improve the speed and accuracy of calculations, for example, adding 10-digit numbers withln a few seconds. By itself,it is already an amazing accomplishment for most young children. However, there is more to thls because when the children are learning U C MAS Mental Arithmetic, they are actually also undergolng the process developing other aspects of the mind. When the children have acquired an astonishing calculation speed, it is actually only the end result of having developed the following mental abilities : concentration, observation, vlsualization & imagination, and memory.
Concentration
Concentration is the concentrated and directed attention towards a particular matter with clear reflection that creates a deep image and mental impression. An enhanced concentration leads to better absorption power. Studying will then be a joyfuI thlng for these children. In the abacus and mental arithmetic education children will be tralned to concentrate when Iistening to the teachers questions (that ranges from easy to difficult) and then focus on calculating the answers as accurately as possible.
Observation
Observtion is the ability to compare and analyse and differentiate objects, motives and steps. It is also a state of alertness and swiftness of the mind and senses. This comes from the need to understand the theoretical requirements of each calculation and at the same time be aware of the time, and promptings from the teachers.
Visualization and Imagination
By using the imagination of the right braln to visualize the abacus in mind, inevitably the powers of visualization would become sharp and clear. Albert Einstein believes that the imagination is important than knowledge, because imagination is the main source of yet-to-be-discovered knowledge.
Memory
Memory is the ability to store and retrieve information and experiences. It has been found that memory in the left brain would not stay long, but an image that is recorded in the right brain would stay on in the mind forever. By stimulating the right brain with mental arithmetic, and in combination with the alertness of the eyes, ears and hands, the ability to store and recall is developed together.
Therefore, the ability to solve 10-digits arithmetic problems in only a few seconds is only a small success in comparison to the actual mental training that has been done in order to achieve the skill to perform rapid calculations.
http://www.ucmas.com/images/brain.gif
Course Structure
Learners' levels Suitable for:-
Pre-school children - Age 4 ~ 6
Basic addition, subtraction with and without using abacus
Learning games and activities and manipulating beads
Primary children - Age 7 ~ 13
Addition, subtraction, multiplication and division with and without using abacus
Visualization, listening, speed calculation
Course duration Three years Entry requirements None Certifying Authorities U C MAS Abacus & Mental Arithmetic Academy in collaboration with the China Zhusuan Association. Teacher/learner ratio 1:15 Course session 2 hours per week (to be allocated flexibly)
Each level 3 months Medium of instruction Bahasa Malaysia, Mandarin or English Examination
U C MAS Academy of Mental Arithmetic, in collaboration with the China Zhusuan Association, will organize international abacus and mental arithmetic grading examinations twice every year.
Each paper will vary from Grade 1 to Grade 10 and the Grand Level, in which the Grand Level is the highest level of the examinations.
Examination results will be classified into the grades of distinction, credit, pass and fail. Certificates will be awarded to students who have passed the examinations.
Course Materials
http://www.ucmas.com/images/img_abacus03.jpg
http://www.ucmas.com
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Does anyone know more about it?