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March 6, 2016
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Is Eureka Math here to stay? #dyscalculia
Parents, teachers and curriculum specialists have mixed views, concerning the Eureka-math curriculum’s continued use, in primary mathematics education. A recent Rapides Parish School Board meeting allowed many concerned citizens to…
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New Brain-Like Computer May Solve World’s Most Complex Math Problems #dyscalculia
At the University of San Diego California, scientists are building extremely powerful computers known as “Memcomputers.” These computers can not only replicate and surpass the power of the human brain,…
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Teachers build skills to better present Eureka Math #dyscalculia
A Louisiana grant allows a large group of K-5 teachers to attend a new LaSIP class. The class will increase the teachers math knowledge and teach them knew methods to…
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Brain Training Center Treats Learning Disabilities #dyscalculia
In this article, we learn about the progress being made at Brain Works, a facility designed to help children with mental disabilities improve their learning methods. In the article, we…
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15-year-old catches math error at the Museum of Science #dyscalculia
At the young age of fifteen, smart young Joseph Rosenfield discovers error in a mathematical equation at what was to be a permanent exhibit found at the museum of science…
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SD struggling with math, reading gaps #dyscalculia
Compared to other schools, South Dakota schools are struggling with reading and mathematics outcomes, according to findings released by the White House. These problems existed in elementary and middle schools…
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Hands on learning makes math fun for kids #dyscalculia
A summer program at Stanaslaus State is taking the scary out of math with a hands-on approach. Terms such as parallel lines or angles might be illustrated by simple hand…
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Police Help Form Math And Science Club For West Side Kids #dyscalculia
Chicago police officers have initiated a public outreach program intended to foster an interest in mathematics and science among school age children. The initiative is aimed at children 6-15 and…
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False Hope a Problem in Adult Math Education #dyscalculia
Steve Hinds speaks about the many challenges that adults face when trying to learn math during Adult Education. He goes into detail about the flaws the adult school system has…
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Math key factor in career fields where women are underrepresented #dyscalculia
A recent University of Kansas research study suggests that it is in fact mathematics, not inherent skill, which accounts for the gender gap that is currently prevalent in many academic…
