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August 17, 2016
game-289470_960_720 Dyscalculia Simple computer game shown to boost kids’ math scores #dyscalculia 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…
August 16, 2016
toddler-room-569199_960_720 Sensory Processing Disorder CVU student wants to build sensory room to deal with anxiety #spd 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…
August 10, 2016
Common-Core-Math-Lessons Dyscalculia Several HS Math Textbooks Not Aligned With Common Core, Ratings Group Finds #dyscalculia 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… math+games+board Dyscalculia This 5-minute game makes kids better at math #dyscalculia 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…
August 9, 2016
dyslexia-low-res Uncategorized Turkish university student develops easy reader for dyslexia patients #dyslexia What a great idea Caner Yakupoğlu! This will really help a lot of people with reading disorders. Congratulations on being recognized in your recent project and competition at Ege University! Dyscalculia Summer math camp gets students over the hump through physical activity #dyscalculia Have you ever thought about sending your child to a summer math camp to improve their skills? Read here about a math summer camp for students at East Garner Middle…
August 1, 2016
kevin-oleary Uncategorized Shark Tank’s Kevin O’Leary: Having Dyslexia Is a ‘Superpower’ in Business #dyslexia Do you know dyslexia doesn’t have to be an affliction? In his article Kevin O’Leary, multi-millionaire explains how he overcame his learning difference and succeeded in his professional pursuit. You…
July 28, 2016
aim-1260537_960_720 Dyscalculia Area Teachers Create Youtube Videos, Making Math Fun #dyscalculia If we don’t incorporate the technology and make it engaging the students will find ways to bring in the technology and use it in their own ways,” said 5th grade…
July 21, 2016
rsz_wordle_2 Dyscalculia Elementary school teachers struggle with Common Core math standards #dyscalculia Elementary school teachers in Georgia are becoming frustrated with the common core lack of education they have received about the updates and requirements. They say they have received no training… rsz_math_wordle_white_bkgrnd Dyscalculia TCAPS approves math curriculum #dyscalculia In Traverse City there will be some curriculum changes coming this year to the math department and next year to the English department with a heavy price tag of over…