Related Topics of Learning Disability
DYSCALCULIA
Mathematical disability
Signs and Symptoms
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Shows difficulty understanding concepts of place value, quantity, number lines, positive and negative value, carrying and borrowing, fractions etc.
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Has difficulty understanding and doing word problems
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Has difficulty sequencing information or events
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Exhibits difficulty using steps involved in math operations
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Is challenged making change and handling money
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Displays difficulty recognizing patterns when adding, subtracting, multiplying, or dividing
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Has difficulty understanding concepts related to time such as days, weeks, months, seasons, quarters, etc.
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Exhibits difficulty organizing problems on the page.
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General Strategies
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Allow use of fingers and rough paper
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Use diagrams and draw math concepts
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Provide peer assistance
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Suggest use of coloured pencils to differentiate problems
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Draw pictures of word problems
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Use mnemonic devices to learn steps of a math concept
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Schedule computer time for the student for drill and practice