History and Recognition of Dyscalculia

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For decades, reading difficulties like dyslexia have been widely researched, diagnosed, and accommodated in schools worldwide. By contrast, challenges with math—though just as common and often just as debilitating—have long been overlooked.

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LDA Virtual panel

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Data, including NAEP scores, graduation rates and college completion rates indicate that despite their potential, students with SLD are often not succeeding. Special schools can play an important role and should be part of a solution, and can partner with public schools in a number of ways to improve outcomes for all students. 

In this virtual panel, Dr. Douglas Fuchs, Emeritus Nicholas Hobbs Chair of Special Education and Human Development at Vanderbilt University, will provide an overview of the current state of special education for students with SLD.

We will then hear from four panelists who practice in schools focused on facilitating success for students with learning and disabilities. Next, discussant Dr. Elizabeth Talbot, Professor and Associate Dean for Research and Faculty Development in the School of Education at William and Mary, will offer summary remarks on practices and policy implications. The event will conclude with time for questions from the audience.

This panel will be recorded, and the recording will be made available to LDA Members. 

You can sign up HERE

1 in 20 may have Dyscalculia

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What is Dyscalculia and how does it affect math?

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This channel is dedicated to providing essential information and support for navigating the world of special education and disability services. They cover a range of topics, including IEPs, 504 plans, learning accommodations, college disability support, and strategies for inclusive classrooms. Whether you’re a parent advocating for your child or an educator seeking to promote educational equity, we aim to support all learning differences.

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Guidelines for parents, thoughts for activities and tasks

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  • play math games and riddles
  • be encouraging, don’t ever tell kids their math is wrong but find the good thinking in their answers (for what is 3×4? an answer of 7 makes sense because 3+4 = 7, then say lets look at 3 groups of 4
  • don’t go for speed but for connection: many activities are mentioned 
  • never speak bad about math of tell kids that you were bad at math or dislike it
  • encourage flexible use of numbers: for 29 + 56 take one from the 56 and put it with the 29 now you have 30 + 55, a lot easier!
  • encourage a growth mindset, let kids know they have unlimited math potential and that they can make progress by working hard, keep trying and not giving up

See all the activities and tasks HERE