What in the world is dyscalculia?
Dyscalculia is a Specific Learning Disorder that impacts math. Dyscalculia occurs mainly in the parietal lobe of the brain, usually with visual-spatial or working memory issues. People with dyscalculia…
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Have it for life.
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Forget basic math facts.
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Forget the math they’ve learned.
How do you say it?
Engineers and people who've taken Latin say it like this: dis-cal-COOL-ee-uh.
Some people say it like this: dis-calc-you-LEE-ah.
Most people get as far as saying, "dis-calc-ee......" and then trail off. However you say it, make sure you're talking about it!
Classroom support for dyscalculia includes:
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Objects to count with (K-2nd grade)
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1 to 100 chart (1st-3rd grade)
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Multiplication List (not the chart!) (3rd-5th grade)
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Calculator (5th-Graduation)
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Extended time (All grades)
Learn more about dyscalculia accommodations on our YouTube channel.