Student with dyscalculia denied dispensation for statistics exams

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A psychology student requested an exemption from statistics exams because she has dyscalculia. Her request was denied. She appealed this to the highest educational court, which decided against her, according to a ruling from last week.

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Access and Sense Making Practices for Students with Dyscalculia

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From Struggle to Strategy: Teaching Students with Mild Dyscalculia

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This video provides a comprehensive overview of mild dyscalculia in high school students (Grades 9-12). We explore the common signs of this math-related learning disability, including challenges with calculation fluency, multi-step problem-solving, and math anxiety, while emphasizing that these difficulties are not related to a student’s intelligence.

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Signs of dyscalculia: How to spot and support your child today

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So, how do you tell the difference between a common maths hurdle and a genuine sign of dyscalculia? The key is persistence. A child who struggles with their times tables for a week but gets there with a bit of practice is very different from a child who, despite endless effort, just can’t remember that 2+2=4 or truly understand what ‘more’ or ‘less’ means. The frustration for them is constant.

This flowchart helps illustrate the difference between a temporary maths struggle and the persistent challenges that might point toward dyscalculia.

As you can see, while most maths difficulties can be overcome with a bit of time and support, the challenges linked to dyscalculia are consistent and much more deeply rooted in how your child’s brain works.

To help clarify this, here’s a quick comparison:

Dyscalculia vs Common Maths Difficulties

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New app to support people with neurodivergent conditions

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The Mindory app in Luxembourg aims to help those living with neurodivergent conditions manage their time, daily tasks and stress better

The app, called Mindory, is the brainchild of Joël Schmit. The 35-year-old has first-hand experience of neurodivergent conditions, having previously been diagnosed with autism and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

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