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    Dyscalculia is a learning disability characterized by difficulties with mathematical skills. It is defined as a serious impairment in learning basic numerical and arithmetic skills. Students with dyscalculia may struggle with counting, memorizing math facts, understanding concepts like time and money, and visualizing mathematical concepts. They are evaluated using tests that assess IQ, behavior, and specific math abilities. Services for students with dyscalculia may include specialized instruction, accommodations, tutoring, and the use of manipulatives and other visual aids. Effective teaching strategies focus on using multiple methods, concrete examples, visualization, and meeting individual student needs.

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    Dyscalculia is a learning disability characterized by difficulties with mathematical skills. It is defined as a serious impairment in learning basic numerical and arithmetic skills. Students with dyscalculia may struggle with counting, memorizing math facts, understanding concepts like time and money, and visualizing mathematical concepts. They are evaluated using tests that assess IQ, behavior, and specific math abilities. Services for students with dyscalculia may include specialized instruction, accommodations, tutoring, and the use of manipulatives and other visual aids. Effective teaching strategies focus on using multiple methods, concrete examples, visualization, and meeting individual student needs.

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    Dyscalculia is a learning disability characterized by difficulties with mathematical skills. It is defined as a serious impairment in learning basic numerical and arithmetic skills. Students with dyscalculia may struggle with counting, memorizing math facts, understanding concepts like time and money, and visualizing mathematical concepts. They are evaluated using tests that assess IQ, behavior, and specific math abilities. Services for students with dyscalculia may include specialized instruction, accommodations, tutoring, and the use of manipulatives and other visual aids. Effective teaching strategies focus on using multiple methods, concrete examples, visualization, and meeting individual student needs.

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    Dyscalculia

    By: Ramona Torres-Martinez


    ECD 440
    Fresno Pacific University
    What is Dyscalculia?
    According to the Diagnostic
    and Statistical Manual of
    Mental Disorders (DSM-IV),
    Dyscalculia is defined as a
    serious impairment of
    learning of basic numerical-
    arithmetical skills in a child
    whose intellectual capacity
    and school are otherwise
    adequate.

    Source: Kaufmann & Aster, 2012


    Characteristics of Dyscalculia
    Preschool Elementary Middle & High School

    Trouble Struggles Struggles to


    counting in the remembering understand
    correct order simple math concepts like
    facts (ex: 2+2=) money,
    measurements,
    maps, and
    Difficulty Trouble graphs
    understanding recognizing
    the purpose of math symbols
    counting and how to use Has difficulty
    them properly with place
    (ex: +,-, , x) value and
    Trouble writing
    recognizing Unable to numbers in the
    simple perform mental correct column
    patterns: Size math and uses
    & colors fingers to
    count
    Has trouble
    Struggles to participating in
    recognize Has difficulty games that
    number solving word require
    symbols. (Ex. problems and keeping score
    That 5 is the understanding
    same as Five) math related
    words

    Struggles with
    the visual-
    spatial
    representation
    s of numbers
    (Ex. Number
    lines)

    Source: Understood. org


    Testing and Evaluation
    Students with Dyscalculia are given Areas of Math Evaluated:
    a full evaluation test that assess their
    IQ, Behavior, and Math abilities. Computation Skills: The ability to
    perform math problems with speed
    The evaluation is completed by a and accuracy
    school evaluator such as a
    Psychologist Math Fluency: The ability to quickly
    recall math facts (2+3=)
    After the full evaluation the test
    scores are assessed and a report is Mental Computation: The ability to
    written reporting the findings. solve math problems using mental
    math skills
    To become eligible for services a
    students evaluation must Quantitative Reasoning: The ability
    demonstrate strong discrepancy in to solve word math problem using
    the areas of math. problem-solving skills

    Source: Understood.org/ Kelly, K. (n.d)


    Types of Tests
    A few of the types of test used during evaluation
    include:
    Woodcock-Johnson IV Calculation Test (WJ-IV)
    Wechsler Individual Achievement Test IV (WIAT-IV)
    Numerical Operations, Mathematical Fluency and Calculations
    Tests (MFaCTs)
    Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC-V)

    Source: Understood.org/ Kelly, K. (n.d)


    Services and Supplemental Aids
    Professional Services
    IEP/IDEA
    Special Education teacher with experience in math
    disabilities to work in collaboration with general education
    teacher to create the appropriate accommodations and
    Modifications for students
    Reading Specialist: Helps students improve their reading
    skills to solve word math problem
    Psychologist: Helps students manage their attention and
    anxiety issues to improve their focus during math lesson
    Math tutor: To provide support and reinforce math skills

    Source: Understood.Org/ Rosen, P. (n.d)


    Planning For Educational
    Needs
    Having an awareness and understanding of the characteristics of Dyscalculia
    Having a full understanding the individual students strengths and educational
    needs
    Set academic goals that target the students math challenge areas and that
    are achievable
    Planning lesson that focus on the students strength's
    Focus on the providing the services and aids that will provide the best
    learning opportunity.

    Turnbull, Turnbull, Wehmeyer, & Shogen, 2016, p.115


    Effective Instructional
    Strategies
    Using different methods and strategies to teach students with Dyscalculia the
    same curriculum that other students without disabilities are learning
    Provide extra time for students to complete their work and work at their own pace
    Offering one to one instructional if needed
    Using concrete materials to teach a math concept
    Using the students knowledge about math to plan lessons
    Introducing and working on one math concept at a time
    Encouraging the student to draw out the math problem to visualize solution
    Provide short and simple instructions during lessons
    Offer strategies that meet the students learning needs

    Source: Special Education Support Service, n.d


    Accommodations
    Use graph paper to line up numbers and problems
    Visuals aids like multiplication table, number line, math facts, and formulas
    Small manipulatives for counting
    Access to a calculator
    Recording math lesson
    Extra room on worksheets for working out problems
    Fewer math problems on worksheets
    Extra time during tests
    Timer for time management

    Source: Understood.org/ Morin, A. n.d.


    Useful Links for Dyscalculia
    Math resources for teachers and Parents
    http://www.ronitbird.com/resources/
    Dyscalculia simulator
    https://www.understood.org/en/tools/through-your-childs-eyes
    References
    Kaufmann, L., & von Aster, M. (2012). The Diagnosis and Management of Dyscalculia. Deutsches rzteblatt
    International, 109(45), 767778. http://doi.org/10.3238/arztebl.2012.0767

    Kelly, K. (n.d). Types of Test for Dyscalculia. Retrieved from https://www.understood.org/en/school-


    learning/evaluations/types-of-tests/test-for-dyscalculia

    Morin, A. (n.d). Common Modifications and Accommodations. Retrieved from https://www.understood.org/en/learning-


    attention-issues/treatments-approaches/educational-strategies/common-classroom-accommodations-and-modifications

    Rosen, P. (n.d). Tutoring Kids with Dyscalculia: What you Need to Know. Retrieved from
    https://www.understood.org/en/school-learning/tutors/types-of-tutoring/tutoring-kids-with-dyscalculia-what-you-need-to-
    know

    Special Education Support Service. (n.d). Strategies for Learning and Teaching. Retrieved from
    http://www.sess.ie/categories/specific-learning-disabilities/dyscalculia/tips-learning-and-teaching

    The Understood Team. (n.d). Understanding Dyscalculia. Retrieved from https://www.understood.org/en/learning-


    attention-issues/child-learning-disabilities/dyscalculia/understanding-dyscalculia

    Turnbull, A., Turnbull, R., Wehmeyer, M., & Shogen, K. (2016). Exceptional Lives: Special Education in Today's Schools
    (8th ed.). Upper Saddle River, N.J: Pearson Education, Inc.

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