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Math & Dyscalculia

Components of Effective Mathematics Instruction

Less is known about the components of effective mathematics instruction than about the components of effective reading instruction, because research in math is less extensive than in reading.

Teaching & Instruction

10 Tips for Software Selection for Math Instruction

Technology can help students learn math. They work harder and enjoy learning more. But how can you choose the right technology? Read these ten tips to select software that works for your learning disabled students.

Teaching & Instruction

Number Sense: Rethinking Arithmetic Instruction for Students with Mathematical Disabilities

This article demonstrates how the number sense concept can offer a useful framework for conceptualizing interventions that will significantly enhance mathematics instruction for students with mathematical disabilities.

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Nonverbal LD

Students with Nonverbal Learning Disabilities

This group of disabled learners has only begun to receive the understanding and attention they require.

Assistive Technology

Technology-Supported Math Instruction for Students with Disabilities: Two Decades of Research and Development

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Math & Dyscalculia

What strategies can be used to overcome math difficulties?

Math & Dyscalculia

What part of the brain works when you are doing math? How can this concept…

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A highly practical resource for special educators and classroom teachers, this book provides specific instructional guidance illustrated with vignettes, examples, and sample lesson plans. Every chapter is grounded in research and addresses the nuts and bolts of teaching math to students who are not adequately prepared for the challenging middle school curriculum. Presented are a range of methods for helping struggling learners build their understanding of foundational concepts, master basic skills, and develop self-directed problem-solving strategies. While focusing on classroom instruction, the book also includes guidelines for developing high-quality middle school mathematics programs and evaluating their effectiveness.