Tuesday, June 15, 2010

Number Sense

Number Sense:

Introduction of Number Sense:Let me give an explanation about number sense in general,its very clear actually,as we can see the name of the concept itself is self explanatory,"Number Sense" number sense can refer to "an intuitive understanding of numbers, their magnitude, relationships, and how they are affected by operations.Many other definitions exist, but are similar to the one given. Some definitions emphasize an ability to work outside of the traditionally taught algorithms, e.g., "a well organised conceptual framework of number information that enables a person to understand numbers and number relationships and to solve mathematical problems that are not bound by traditional algorithms.

Let us now study about the Definition of Number Sense:

Number sense is defined as the proper understanding and usage of the numbers in the various places

It includes various things

1. Ability to find the relative values of a number.

2. How to use a number in different arithmetic operations like (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division).

3. Finding the problem solving strategies.

Number sense covers various topics

They are

Estimating and rounding of the numbers

Rounding and addition

Rounding and product

Rounding and division


Hope you like the above example of Number Sense.Please leave your comments, if you have any doubts.

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