A chain is only as strong as its weakest link. When teachers fail to get just one student the help they need, it slows down the entire class. If teachers took a multi-sensory approach to teaching, no one would slip through the cracks!
Dyslexia is a common challenge affecting one in six people, yet many children in our schools are not getting the attention they need due insufficient resourcing for testing and treatment. Though dyslexia poses a challenge it does not affect intellect and with proper programs these children will be well positioned for success.
yes they can! Local Ohio Valley girls participate in math and science camp and immerse in hands on learning and a bit of humor. These girls were fortunate to have this great experience through a generous private grant from a woman owned engineering firm.
Almost everyone is physically capable of learning math. Even those with learning disabilities can have success when they receive the proper resources and support. Do you have a learning disability or just math anxiety?
More and more children are diagnosed with learning disabilities every single day. Ever wonder what it is like to struggle with dyslexia or dyscalculia? Take a moment to check out this website!
If you live in Missouri your school aged child will be screened for dyslexia starting in the 2018-19 school year. This will create better awareness about dyslexia and ensure your kids get treated and get the help they need earlier rather than later and help improve their education.
A simple computer game can improve children’s scores on a math test by 10-20%. By counting the number of dots on a screen, the test uses human beings’ natural ability to comprehend quantities.
Have you ever thought about how a sensory room could be helpful to high school students with anxiety? Do you have thoughts of other ways to help students cope with a competitive environment? Join in the conversation!
How much have you heard about the new Common Core requirements? Did you know that a new report has found that many high school textbooks are not actually aligned with Common Core standards? Learn more about this here!
Do you have any favorite games to play with kindergartners to help them improve their math skills? A grad student at Johns Hopkins has invented a new five-minute game to help young children with their math skills! Check out more about this here.
