Category Archives: Dyscalculia Overview

Dyscalculia, do you need estimation?

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An interesting question from a physician with a dyscalculic daughter. His main point seems to be; should we not stop teaching things that are not relevant in later life. As an example; estimation. The argument is, if there really ever will be a situation where an engineer without laptop or phone will be put on the spot to do a load bearing calculation.

Nice discussion, let us know where you are on this topic.

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Fight for your child with Dyscalculia

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Today we link to a blog from a parent, in the UK, who is fed up with the lack of support and resources and starts this movement to fight for your child.

We support all awareness and initiatives to give our children the support they need so we are happy to list them here.

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About Dyscalculia

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One of the better websites to go to for information and resources is the site from dr Anna Wilson, a researcher and scientist who continues to work tirelessly to bring awareness and possible solutions to the learning disability.

From 2003-2006 Anna worked withStanislas Dehaene at U562, INSERM(Paris, France) on a project to design, develop and test remediation software for dyscalculia. This software, called “The Number Race” is open-source and can be downloaded for free here. It appears to be most useful for younger children (ages 5-8).

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