Mathematics is more than just numbers

Abdul Halim (second left) and Ang (grey shirt) checking the calculation skills of the pupils during the launching of the Japanese Math Classes at the Penang Yosakoi 2019 at the Esplanade in George Town, Penang. – Photos: ZHAFARAN NASIB/The Star

WHEN one thinks about Mathematics, it is always associated with numbers, but at Japanese Math Classes (JMC), one can expect to learn life lessons.

The free classes by Penang Math Platform are based on a highly successful programme adopted by primary schools in Japan where pupils learn fundamental and basic knowledge and skills regarding numbers, quantities and geometric figures through storytelling.