Dyscalculia research revealed

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Welcome to the Dyscalculia Network’s Research Webpage, ‘Dyscalculia Research Revealed’

Here you will find a range of research paper summaries alongside interviews with world-leading researchers in the field of dyscalculia.

Although dyscalculia research has been growing for decades, we know that much of it is still difficult for many people to access.

Many research papers are behind paywalls, meaning that the people who can read them freely are usually those studying or working at universities. Researchers often conduct their work to make a practical difference in education, but this becomes challenging if educators cannot access the findings. Adults with dyscalculia, parents, and family members may also want to understand the science behind dyscalculia yet often cannot easily access the papers.

Even when access is available, research papers can be challenging to understand. Many studies include complex statistical analyses and report large numbers of findings, not all of which are relevant to every reader. Without experience in research methods or scientific language, it can be difficult to identify the most important points and understand how they impact you or your practice.

We created Dyscalculia Research Revealed as a starting point to bridge this gap.

See the whole webpage HERE

When school finally fits, everything changes

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Inside the classroom at Trinity School, evidence-based differentiated instruction, in-class therapies, accommodations and assistive technology are seamlessly integrated into daily learning.

we need more schools like this!

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How to teach maths to students with dyscalculia

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Dyscalculia is a specific learning disability that affects a person’s ability to understand and work with numbers. It can include finding it difficult to memorise numbers, mathematical concepts and steps in maths problems. This not only affects how students work and understand in the maths classroom, but can also lead to difficulty when maths is used across the curriculum and in everyday life.

Dyscalculia is not a reflection of a student’s intelligence, but instead a neurological difference in understanding mathematical information. This means when given the right support, students with dyscalculia can thrive in the maths classroom. It’s also important to know that each student with dyscalculia will have different strengths and challenges, so it’s important to provide the right support for each student.

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When the Parietal Lobes Don’t Work as Usual

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The parietal lobe, situated at the top of the brain, is a multifaceted region responsible for processing sensory information, spatial awareness, attention, and motor control. Let us take a look at more disorders arising from dysfunction of the parietal lobe.

Balint’s Syndrome

Balint’s syndrome is like having blinders on your mind, not your eyes. It’s a condition where your brain has trouble putting together the whole picture of what you’re seeing. Imagine looking at a forest but only being able to see one tree at a time. Or trying to reach for a cup but missing it completely because you can’t guide your hand correctly.

This happens because of damage to a specific part of your brain called the parietal lobe. This area is important for understanding where things are in space and how to move your body in relation to them. When it’s injured, it can cause a mix of problems with vision and movement.

People with Balint’s syndrome often have trouble focusing their eyes on things, making it hard to follow objects as they move. They might also struggle to see more than one thing at a time, like the words on a page or the people in a room. And even if they can see something, they might have trouble reaching for it or picking it up.

It’s important to remember that people with Balint’s syndrome can see clearly, but their brain is having trouble processing the information. This can make everyday life very challenging, but with the right support and therapy, people can learn to adapt and manage the condition.

Dyscalculia

Dyscalculia is like having a foggy brain when it comes to numbers. It’s a learning difficulty that makes it hard to understand and use numbers. It’s not because someone is lazy or stupid; it’s how their brain works.

Imagine trying to learn a foreign language where the grammar rules just don’t click. That’s kind of what it’s like for someone with dyscalculia and numbers. Simple things like adding, subtracting, or even telling time can be a real struggle. It’s like having a puzzle with missing pieces when it comes to math.

This difficulty comes from differences in the brain. Researchers think that certain areas involved in number processing might not work as efficiently in people with dyscalculia. It’s important to remember that everyone’s brain is different, and having dyscalculia doesn’t mean someone isn’t smart. With the right support and strategies, people with dyscalculia can learn to manage their challenges and succeed.

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Dyscalculia and Dyslexia: Reading Disabilities Offer Insights for Math Support

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Record numbers of U.S. students severely struggle with math, but only a fraction of them receive screening and support targeting potential math disabilities.

While math teachers in a nationally representative EdWeek Research Center survey this spring estimated that 40 percent of their students perform below grade level in math, only 15 percent of teachers said their students have been screened for dyscalculia, a learning disorder that affects a person’s ability to understand number-based information and math.

See the full article HERE