Workshops & Webinars
Professional development on dyscalculia for your team
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Understanding Dyscalculia
Awareness, Screening and Support
At explainIT NZ, we believe that building confidence in mathematics starts with understanding how people learn. Our practical, engaging workshops are designed for educators, schools, tertiary providers, workplaces, and learning support organisations who want to better support learners with dyscalculia, maths anxiety, and other numeracy learning differences.
Our workshops combine current research with practical strategies that participants can apply immediately. Whether you're looking to understand dyscalculia, explore inclusive teaching approaches, use DysCalculator and Numbers Explorer effectively, or strengthen numeracy teaching across your organisation, we can tailor a workshop to meet your needs.
Sessions can be delivered online or in person, ranging from short presentations and webinars to professional learning workshops. Every workshop is interactive, evidence-informed, and focused on improving outcomes for learners.
If you're interested in a workshop for your team or organisation, please get in touch. We'd be happy to discuss your requirements and design a session that meets your goals.
⬇️ sample workshop agenda
⬇️ sample workshop agenda
face-to-face or online | 🕑 2 hours
What is dyscalculia?
🔵 Definition and prevalence
🔵 How dyscalculia differs from general maths difficulties
🔵 Impact on learning and everyday life
Recognising the signs
🔵 Common symptoms and characteristics
🔵 Associated challenges such as maths anxiety and working memory difficulties
Screening and identification
🔵 Overview of screening approaches
🔵 Introduction to the Numbers Explorer online screener
🔵 Understanding screening results and next steps
Effective interventions and supports
🔵 Evidence-informed teaching strategies
🔵 Practical activities and accommodations
🔵 Introduction to DysCalculator and other supportive tools
Further reading and resources
🔵 Recommended websites, research and publications
🔵 Resources for educators, learners and whānau
Questions and discussion
🔵 Open Q&A
🔵 Participants’ reflections and next steps
Please contact us for availability and quote.
in-house workshops
in-house workshops
webinars
webinars
facilitators
facilitators
Gary Sharpe
Gary Sharpe
Gary is the founder of ExplainIT NZ and the original developer of DysCalculator. With many years of direct experience working alongside people with dyscalculia and maths anxiety, Gary has led the design of tools that prioritise clarity, accessibility, and real-world usability. His work is grounded in practical problem-solving and long-term collaboration with learners and educators.
In recognition of his contribution to numeracy education, Gary received the 2025 New Zealand Numeracy Educator Award from Ako Aotearoa.
Michael Grawe
Michael Grawe
Michael is Project Manager for DysCalculator and Numbers Explorer, Professional Learning Manager at Pathways Awarua, and Customer Relations Manager for Observodon at the The Tarn Group.
With over 25 years’ experience in adult literacy and numeracy, ESOL, and professional learning, he works closely with educators across sectors to strengthen inclusive practice. Michael focuses on translating research and lived experience into practical strategies that restore learner confidence and independence.
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