Term 2 Wk4 - 4T1 Maths - Vol and Surface Area of Pyramid

It seemed easier initially to teach this topic to 4T1 class as they can grasped the concept quickly but have difficulty remembering the formula. It could be that the students are well versed in 3D model in their D&T lesson. Decided to show the students a video clip on the how the formula come about. This solved the "remembering formula" problem = 1/3 x base area x height = relating to square prism to the no. of pyramid required to fill it up with water/sand. Students were tasked to do the textbook questions later so as to ascertain if they could do those questions that re-orientate the 3D pyramid especially those involving multiple sides with different base length. This proved difficult for some students and I had to render help along the way. Through this session, it showed that we could assume certain things about our students but we need to ascertain/re-confirm it before deciding the follow-up instructions in order to help our students to leap to the next level of understanding and skills.