UCMAS is not a math program. It is a mental development program that uses mental arithmetic as a tool. There may be some value for kids doing arithmetic that is fast and accurate but the mental abilities and skills learnt at UCMAS are the ultimate goal and can be applied to almost every aspect of child's life, academic or otherwise.
UCMAS is not a math program. It is a mental development program that uses mental arithmetic as a tool. Mental abilities and skills learnt at UCMAS apply to almost every aspect of your child’s life, academic or otherwise.
Consider the following notable facts:
UCMAS program comprises of 10 levels, each level is about three months in duration. Please review course information.
Yes, Assessment tests are conducted after each lavel to ensure that the students are understanding the principles taught during that level.
Parents start seeing results after the second level, or about six (6) months. However, attentive parents will notice improvement in different mental parameters earlier.
Yes, for kids with certain disabilities or younger than recommended, there is a placement to assess child's eligibility.
As long as your child can understand and communicate in English, S/he can join UCMAS. Course instructors communicate in English.
No, parents or any unauthorized individuals cannot attend classes with the exception of UCMAS Quality Control Officers. Interested parents are urged to attend orientation.
At a minimum, a child is expected to spend 20 to 30 minutes training everyday. Kids can do exercises as a break from regular school homework.
Ideally, a child will need 20 to 30 minutes training every day with minimum help from parents. Parents are encouraged not to intervene, and will be guided by the course instructor on how they can help.
Children start reaping noticeable benefits from the program after the completion of second level; nevertheless, benefits gained upon completion of the program have a profound effect on child’s mental abilities.
No, UCMAS training is gradual and every child has to go through it. Better achievement now will be reflected on the overall improvement of the child upon the completion of the program.
Course Instructors are trained on course materials, conducting education to students and communicating with parents. Certified Course Moderators deliver timely training to course instructors and attend classes at random to provide guidance and to enforce quality control.
UCMAS provides instruction and training but like anything else in life, the child needs to practice and train. The support your child gets from you (as a parent) helps make a difference.
At UCMAS, a shift to the right takes place on normal distribution curve which guarantees improvement, provided kids are doing what they are supposed to do.
Yes. Grading is held after completion of each level and certificates are awarded based on performance.
Mental development comes gradually by involving children in mental challenges of increasing complexity and/or reducing time needed to complete a task. This is a corner-stone in mental development. If we do not allow enough time to understand and practice what is being taught then children may not acquire the intended mental skills. However, intensive trainings are held during summer to help brush up on concepts and/or to help children catch up on a level.
You can, but only for emergency. Typically, only one make-up class is permitted per term. Please contact your course instructor. UCMAS has the right to coordinate this matter to prevent abuse.
You will need to re-register if your child is gone for six months or longer
No. UCMAS program is designed to improve mental abilities in young children during brain development age. Results with elder children are rather inconsistent and unproven.