Examples of Math Difficulties

• Problems of a variety of concepts including number sense, estimation, fractions, integers, etc.

• Difficulty applying math skills taught

• Difficulty with determining the best solution to a word problem

• Difficulty representing numbers or problems in a variety of ways

Math Strategies

• Model problem solving through talking aloud

• Teach math mnemonic strategies that specifically identify the steps for solving problems

• Teach patterns and relationships such as skip-counting or patterns on 100s chart to help learn multiplication facts

• Attach a number line to desk to help with number sense and pattern recognition

• Specifically teach the way a number or problem can be represented

• Provide manipulatives in order to help make information concrete and less abstract

• Have students explain their strategies when problem solving to expand solving options

• Require the student to show their work