After reading the article, we have come out with some thoughts in relation to Malaysian context.Undoubtedly, children of all ages should be proficient with calculators, and they need to learn to figure on paper and pencil work, but these methods alone will not meet contemporary needs.
We agree with the point that teachers should not completely reject the use of calculator in primary classroom, the keyword here is "HOW", in which how are we going to integrate the use of calculator in primary classroom. By using calculator, instead of worrying about computation mistakes, focusing on reasoning and problem solving benefits the pupils even better. Teachers can help students see patterns, check estimates against reality, and solve complex problems, like those encountered in daily life, through the structured use of calculators. Children introduced to the calculator when they are young will find it easy and effective to use. moreover, our opinion is also supported by reserchers who said that -Students who use calculators within a mix of instructional styles do not lose their paper and pencil skills. - more to come..
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