Math Level 4-A Syllabus and Class Plan
The goal of this program is to enhance and add supplemental materials to school-taught objectives. We teach this class to ensure that students fully understand new concepts and methods, while also providing homework to develop understanding and build a love for math. According to student level of performance, we will adjust pacing to various levels and include challenge problems.
This class will help students to prepare for the ITBS/OSA math tests While the math 3B book helps students to build up the advanced math skills, we also add ITBS/OSA online math practice tests to help students to master the test strategies. BSD school disctrict starts using OSA math/reading tests to qualify SUMMA since 2022. OSA math/reading tests are scheduled for 3rd-5th graders in Spring term. Here is the latest SUMMA information from BSD school district: https://www.beaverton.k12.or.us/departments/teaching-learning/student-programs/talented-and-gifted
This course uses the Singapore Dimensions Math 4A, which is the refined version of Singapore primary math. Singapore math is the proven top math curriculum for elementary students in the world. It teaches students to learn and master mathematical concepts in great detail while simultaneously applying a three-step learning process: concrete, pictorial, and abstract.
Students starting 4th grade usually begin with Dimensions Math 4A and then finish 4B in the second term of the school year. Students who complete the 4A math in the Summer break may start with level 4B at the beginning of the school year.
If the 4th-grade student is starting 4A in the second term of the school year, we strongly recommend the student to complete level 4B in the coming Summer to catch up.
Students may take our free online assessment test for accurate placement before joining the class. You may choose the Singapore math 3B test as the Pretest of this class to find out whether your kid is ready to start math level 4A. It's normal for students to test lower than their grade level; in contrast, other math programs are not as advanced as the Singapore Math Program.