Turkey 4th Grade Mathematics Curriculum

The 4th Grade Mathematics Curriculum in Turkey, as overseen by the Ministry of National Education (MEB), focuses on four key learning areas: Numbers and Operations, Geometry, Measurement, and Data Processing. The curriculum emphasizes a practical approach, encouraging students to apply mathematical concepts to real-world situations.

Numbers and Operations: This area covers natural numbers, operations with natural numbers (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division), understanding place value, factors and multiples, fractions, and decimals. Students learn to solve multi-step word problems involving these concepts.

Geometry: Fourth-grade geometry introduces students to various 2D shapes and their properties. They learn about angles (acute and obtuse), lines (parallel and intersecting), and basic geometric constructions.

Measurement: This learning area focuses on developing an understanding of different units of measurement for length, weight, volume, and time. Students learn to estimate and perform measurements using appropriate tools.

Data Processing: Students learn to collect, organize, represent, and interpret data using tables, charts, and graphs. Basic concepts of probability are also introduced.