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Understanding Dyscalculia: Insights from Cognitive Science
Understanding Dyscalculia: Insights from Cognitive Science Dyscalculia, often called “math dyslexia,” refers to a persistent difficulty in understanding numbers and calculations despite normal intelligence and adequate education. A comprehensive overview featured in an educational-sciences volume (B9780443222245000011) outlines the latest findings,
How Teachers Are Spotting and Supporting Dyscalculia
How Teachers Are Spotting and Supporting Dyscalculia Math struggles in the classroom are often chalked up to lack of practice, low motivation, or a need for specialized teaching practices. But what happens when students continue to struggle with number sense,
Uncovering a Hidden Struggle: The History of Dyscalculia
Uncovering a Hidden Struggle: The History of Dyscalculia Dyscalculia—often dubbed “math dyslexia”—is far from a modern invention. Though less known than its linguistic counterpart, its roots trace back well over a century. This post explores how our understanding of this
Navigating Dyscalculia: A Close Look at State Laws and How They Impact Education
Navigating Dyscalculia: A Close Look at State Laws and How They Impact Education In educational policy, there is an emerging awareness and understanding of what dyscalculia is, how it can be identified, and how students with dyscalculia can be supported
U.S. Districts See Breakthrough Growth in Math Engagement, Proficiency, and Mastery
U.S. Districts See Breakthrough Growth in Math Engagement, Proficiency, and Mastery In July 2023, a large metro district in the western U.S. started integrating TouchMath district-wide into Special Education classes. The overall growth for completed progress-monitored assignments was 67.2%.
Math is the Backbone of STEM and STEAM
Math is the Backbone of STEM and STEAM According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, STEM jobs are predicted to increase by nearly 800,000. Employment projections show a forecasted increase of 798,000 by 2031 and more than half (449,200) are
Build It, Draw It, Write It: A Simple Routine That Makes Math Stick
Build It, Draw It, Write It: A Simple Routine That Makes Math Stick Some students hear a math problem and immediately picture it in their mind.Others need to see it.Some need to touch it.And many, especially those still building confidence,
Errorless Learning: Building Confidence and Accuracy One Success at a Time
Errorless Learning: Building Confidence and Accuracy One Success at a Time If you’ve ever watched a student freeze, erase the same problem eight times, or whisper “I’m just bad at math,” you know mistakes can feel heavier than they should.
Take Me As I Am
Take Me As I Am For Theresa, the realization that something was different about the way she processed math began early. As a young child, she couldn’t remember phone numbers—those simple 7-digit sequences that most kids rattled off without effort.