Beyond Memorisation: What Is Conceptual Understanding in Math?
It is important to understand the difference between rote learning and conceptual understanding in math. While memorisation might help students pass tests, it often fails to build lasting comprehension or transferable problem-solving skills. In classrooms that emphasise speed and accuracy, there’s often less time for thinking deeply about math. In this article, we explore what it really means to understand math instead of just performing it. Let’s look at how it can help students make meaningful connections and develop mathematical confidence.