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FAQs

Last Updated (Tuesday, 14 June 2011 10:11) Written by Administrator Tuesday, 14 June 2011 09:42

 

Math and SOROBAN

Q. My child is struggling with maths_ can Soroban help?

A. Absolutely. Every child can benefit from Soroban.

Q. How Quilckly will I see a difference in my child’s math?

A. The first and most important thing you will motice is a new confidence and comfort with numbers. Every child progresses at a different rate, but enthusiasm and encouragement from parents will aid the child. It’s important that parents understand this is a complete system and every stage is valuable to your child’s development. Anyway, We will start using original math workbook from Sep 2011.

BENEFIT

Q. What are some of the other benefits of Soroban?

A. Fine motor manipulation, concentration skill, self-esteem and can aid working memory.

CLASS

Q. What is the teaching style of the class?

A. The children work independently at their own individual pace.

Q. Are there suitable age range?

A. It is hard to say about this. The children,especially small children's ability is different.  But generally we are welcoming 4 years old up who can write up to 10.

Q. My child in High School –Is it too late?

A. It’s never too late. We have many older learners and some of them are seniors. Also we will start a new MATH class for High School students. If you need help for Math, please contact us.

Q. Do I have to help my child?

A. With some support from parents to facilitate Soroban exercises, the child’s progress will improve dramatically.

Q. Will my child resist abacus?

A. We find that some children are initially uncomfortable but patience and support; they adapt and form a bond with the abacus. Children enjoy and celebrate the tangible progress they make.

Q. My child has attention issues can he/she learn abacus?

A. If you child struggles with attention we require that you remain in the class to assist them to manage their behaviour because of the independent learning style of the class.