Math in Focus | K-8 Singapore Math Curriculum | Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (2024)

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Is math in focus being discontinued? ›

Math in Focus also has editions from 2010, 2015, and 2018, which will be discontinued in 2023.

Bottom Line. If you're looking for a rigorous, but approachable, multisensory math program that can help foster a deep understanding of math concepts and that can teach students to think more flexibly and creatively about the math problems they encounter, Math in Focus might be the curriculum for you.

Math in Focus^®: Singapore Math^® by Marshall Cavendish^® is an innovative mathematics program for Grades K–8 + Accelerated that focuses on problem solving and the use of model drawing to drive the acquisition and application of mathematical skills.

The scope and sequence in Math in Focus is advanced and focused on preparing students for success in algebra and beyond.

Riemann Hypothesis

The function itself is complex to define, and the infinite nature of its zeros adds to the challenge. A proof must convincingly demonstrate that all zeros cannot deviate from the expected line, which requires a deep understanding of complex analysis and number theory.

Primary Mathematics is the original, world-renowned Singapore Math curriculum. It put Singapore on the map of international math achievement over 20 years ago. Due to wide adoption over many years, there is ample support for the early editions of Primary Mathematics.

In Singapore math, students must think through concepts and apply them in new ways from the very start. Since they can't rely on simple replication, students are pushed to greater engagement and broader thinking.

Singapore Math is designed for kindergarten through grade 6 students, covering early arithmetic to more advanced elementary math concepts. The curriculum is structured to ensure that students build a solid foundation in the early grades, which is critical for their success in later years.

How is Singapore Math different from traditional math? ›

Key differences

Singapore Maths promotes a deeper understanding of mathematics through problem-solving and mastery-based learning. Traditional Maths often relies on memorisation and a fixed curriculum pace.

Like the original Singapore Primary Math series, Math in Focus (MIF) is especially strong in developing conceptual understanding. It differs from some of the other Singapore Math series because it is aligned with the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics.

Math in Focus (2013) from Houghton Mifflin Harcourt.

Primary Mathematics epitomizes what educators love about the Singapore math approach, including the CPA progression, number bonds, bar modeling, and a strong focus on mental math. It's a no-fuss, straightforward program that balances supervised learning and independent practice.

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As HMH^® continues to innovate its products and services based on the latest in educational research and best in class instructional practices, some of our older solutions need to retire to make the way for the creation of newer solutions.

Whereas 1.63 percent, or about 16,000, of the nearly 1 million bachelor's degrees awarded in the U.S. in the 1985-1986 school year went to math majors, in 2020, just 1.4 percent, or about 27,000, of the 1.9 million bachelor's degrees were awarded in the field of math – a small but significant decrease in the proportion ...

Almost every school district in the state offers an accelerated math option for selected students. These students take Algebra I in 8th grade. These students complete Algebra II, Geometry and Precalculus one year earlier than their peers. This allows them to take AP Calculus A/B in their senior year.