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Internal representation consists of ideas that help in describing the Attitudes and values are instilled through learning experiences
human process of learning and solving problems in mathematics, and provided by teachers. It involves an element of trust, interest,
external representation consists of items such as diagrams, the appreciation, confidence, efficiency and endurance. Instilling of
language, and notational symbols. Using multiple representations in attitudes and values also include personal, interactions,
order to show the same concept not only helps to develop procedures and intrinsic aspects.
better understanding and also to strengthen one's ability in solving
problems. In mathematics, attitudes and values need to be moulded through
appropriate context. Attitudes in mathematics refer to the affective
Representation is necessary for pupils’ understanding in aspects of mathematical learning that covers:
mathematical conceptual relationship. Representation allows pupils to  Positive perception towards mathematics and the usefulness of
communicate approaches, debates and to understand mathematics mathematics.
for themselves and others. Representation also allows  Interest and joy in learning mathematics.
pupils to recognize the relationships between related concepts and  Appreciation of the beauty and mathematical ability.
apply mathematics to realistic problems.  Confidence in using and applying mathematics.
 Steadfast and perseverance in solving problems related to
Representation is an important component in the development of mathematics.
mathematical understanding and quantitative thinking. As a whole,
without representation, mathematics is an abstract, mostly Personal values refer to the values that are related with the
philosophic, and unapproachable by most of the population. With formation of individual traits and personality such as
representation, mathematical notions can be formed into a model, honesty, systematic, perserverence, hardworking and steadfast,
important relationships can be elaborated, and understanding can be creative, confidence, conscientious, good time managers,
stimulated through construction and sequencing for suitable independent, trustworthy, efficient, responsible, patient and
experiences and observations. dedicated.

Interaction values are related with the instillation of good behavior in
ATTITUDES AND VALUES the classroom context. This value refers to the emphasized values in
the interaction during mathematical activities such as appreciation for
The aim of the nurturing of values and attitudes in Mathematics mathematics, teamwork, discussion and sharing of ideas, tolerance,
curriculum is to produce competent individuals with virtuous moral fairness, open-minded, and respectful.
standards. In addition, the appreciation of attitudes and values can
shape a well mannered and noble younger generation. Procedural values are associated with specific activities in
Understanding and awareness of the attitudes and values in the mathematics such as reasoning, making representations, solving
Malaysian society should be directly or indirectly ingrained in line problems, communication, making connections, and using
with universal values. technology.

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