We still need the analog clock

Can analog clocks support dyscalculia? For individuals with learning differences like dyscalculia, the analog clock can be a surprisingly helpful tool.

How the Visual-Spatial Nature of Analog Clocks Can Help with Dyscalculia

Dyscalculia often involves difficulties with number sense and spatial reasoning. The visual and spatial nature of an analog clock can provide a more accessible entry point to time concepts than purely numerical (digital) representations. Using an analog clock for dyscalculia support can leverage visual strengths.

Using Analog Clocks as a Concrete Tool for Abstract Time and Number Concepts

For those who struggle with abstract numerical ideas, an analog clock offers a concrete learning aid. The movement of the hands provides a physical representation of passing time and numerical quantities (like 5 minutes, 15 minutes), which can be easier to grasp. Understanding how different tools like analog clocks can support cognitive development is crucial, especially for individuals with learning differences.

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Lose, Lose, Lose

Children with learning difficulties or disabilities and their parents face a “lose, lose, lose” situation, Sir Keir Starmer has said, as he pledged to press ahead with reforming special needs support in schools.

Downing Street backed Bridget Phillipson, the education secretary, after she was criticised by Labour MPs and campaigners for refusing to guarantee that children with special needs would continue to have the same legal rights to bespoke support in school.

Ministers said that retaining the existing system would end up “failing children and failing parents” and insisted that reform should not result in the overall level of support for special needs being cut.

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Every day activities with children

The Development and Research in Early Mathematics Education (or DREME), shares a wealth of information you can use free of charge.

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And see Dr Schreuder’s video series to Master Arithmetic with Tools at Home HERE