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I attended a three day Conference on Dyscalculia and wanted to share with you some fundamental information on this topic. First, for those who have never heard of Dyscalculia, here are two definitions:
Dyscalculia is a condition that affects the ability to acquire mathematical skills. Dyscalculic learners may have a difficulty understanding simple number concepts, lack an intuitive grasp of numbers, and have problems learning number facts and procedures. Even if they produce a correct answer or use a correct method, they may do so mechanically and without confidence (UK) 2001.
Dyscalculia is a developmental, or acquired, disorder that results in an inability to do or learn mathematics, particularly arithmetic. This means difficulties in some or all of the following: mastering simple number concepts, understanding number relationships, understanding spatial relationships and learning algorithms and applying them. It is most commonly revealed through substantially lowered arithmetic achievement, sometimes several years below the appropriate level. Pauline Clayton. Dyslexia Institute/Action
To learn more About Dyscalculia
An interesting article written by the conference speaker on Dyscalculia
BBC Math Ages 4-11 Games
Addition and Multiplication Properties (Khan Academy Link)
- Nelson Math Website Grade 4 – for additional drills and practice.
- Nelson Math Website Grade 5 – for additional drills and practice.
- Nelson Math Grade 6 Grade 6 – for additional drills and practice.
The following sites are related to Problem Solving Strategies
Solving Complex Story Problems
Sure Math – Problem Solving Steps
The following sites are Internet Web-Quests on The Study of Bridges – Grade 6 level.
Some of the links within the web quest are broken or no longer valid. If this is the case please do your own search on the required topic. Please overlook all grammatical or spelling errors.
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