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November 12, 2016
Dyscalculia
New lab helps students slay math #dyscalculia
The new Mastery Math lab could help you with your university core math class. The new lab is in room 266 of the Green Library and has 126 computers. Students…
Dyscalculia
What it means for your brain if you’re bad at math #dyscalculia
Researchers at Georgetown University Medical School and Stanford University have found research that suggests that student who struggle with math may have a learning difference similar to dyslexia. In fact,…
Sensory Processing Disorder
Nonprofit works to enhance child care through staff training #spd
Did you know that much of a child’s critical brain development occurs during their first three years of life? Do you want to hear more about how child care environments…
November 11, 2016
Dyscalculia
West Virginia schools roll out new math standards #dyscalculia
Math curriculum standards across the state of West Virginia are changing! Read about the state’s initiative to streamline course-content and modify outcomes to relate to real-world applications for students enrolled.
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Arkansas parents struggle to get help for dyslexic kids #dyslexia
In Arkansas, many parents are facing frustration and obtaining few answers when trying to get help for their kids. Read about the issues with school systems in the state not…
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I will continue working to help people with dyslexia – Minister Evarist Bartolo #dyslexia
Maltese Education Minister Evarist Bartolo says that he will not give up on helping improve education and employment opportunities for people with dyslexia. Find out more about how a recent…
Dyscalculia
Microsoft’s Windows Ink will soon do your math homework for you #dyscalculia
Interested in integrating technology in your child’s math learning routine! Mark Hachman showcases the new inking technology in Microsoft Windows 10 and how it can be used to help your…
Sensory Processing Disorder
New Study Conducted Shed Light to Possible Treatments for Autism Spectrum Disorder #spd
Learn more about breakthroughs in treatments for Autism spectrum disorders! Read about the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center’s studies of sensory dysfunction and how they are using it to inform treatment plans!
November 10, 2016
Dyscalculia
How Friendly Is The Ghanaian Education To The Dyslexic Child #dyscalculia
Learn about the challenges that occur with dyslexia in schools across the world. Read about the issues created by the school systems in Ghana, which do not systematically recognized difference…
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Tips on dealing with dyslexia in the workplace #dyslexia
Learning how to work with dyslexic people in the workplace is important. Read about these tips on how to create a welcoming workplace for all that accommodates the differences that…
