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Research uses the term Dyscalculia, while schools often refer to it as a specific learning disability for mathematics, or SLD Math. It is important to understand the issues surrounding this learning disability so that instruction can be provided to support students' learning.
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Defining Dyscalculia
Defining Dyscalculia
Dyscalculia is another name for a specific learning disability ("SLD") in mathematics. Researcher believes it impacts about 5-6% of the population.
Symptoms
Symptoms
difficulty understanding quantity
difficulty understanding mathematical symbols
difficulty understanding mathematical relationships
difficulty with mathematical procedures
Dyscalculia_Fact_Sheet_Understood.pdfDyscalculia Facts Sheet
Dyscalculia Facts Sheet
Check out the Dyscalculia Facts Sheet from Understood.org.
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