Correct Answer - Option 4 : Making mathematics part of children's life experiences.
In a mathematics class, students at the primary level enjoy learning, solving problems, develop mathematical curiosity, and become confident in using mathematics to analyze and solve problems.
The Importance of Mathematics at the Primary Level (NCF 2005): National Curriculum framework, 2005 recommends that teaching of mathematics at the primary level should focus on-
- Helping students to connect classroom learning with everyday life
- Children learn to enjoy Mathematics rather than fear it
- Children pose and solve meaningful problems
- Practical activities related to the environment
- Songs, picture study, games, puzzles, quiz, the narration of events
- Children see mathematics as something to talk about, to communicate through, to discuss among them, to work together, etc.
Hence, we can conclude that Making mathematics part of children's life experiences is the most important aspect of teaching mathematics at the primary level.