What in the world is dyscalculia?
Dr. Honora Wall, Ed.D.
Show overview
What in the world is dyscalculia? has been publishing since 2022, and across the 4 years since has built a catalogue of 65 episodes. That works out to roughly 20 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a monthly cadence, with the show now in its 4th season.
Episodes typically run ten to twenty minutes — most land between 13 min and 20 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Education show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 2 weeks ago, with 8 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2024, with 21 episodes published. Published by Dr. Honora Wall, Ed.D..
From the publisher
Dyscalculia is the math learning disorder most people have never heard of. Which is hard to believe, because approximately 5 million K-12 students have dyscalculia-- just in the USA! Find out what this learning disorder means to you as a teacher, a parent, and as a student. Presented by EduCalc Learning, https://www.educalclearning.com/ and hosted by Dr. Honora Wall.
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Prediction and Dyscalculia Support
S4 Ep 11How do you know if you have dyscalculia?
Dr. Wall discusses a recent epiphany-- she has dyscalculia! Learn why it took her so long to find out, and what she thought about her math abilities. This episode is dedicated to all the adults who never knew there was a reason for their struggles.
S4 Ep 10Explore or Be Direct?
Dr. Wall discusses her thoughts on exploratory, direct, or other teaching methods.
S4 Ep 9Executive Function
Dr. Wall discusses executive function: What is it, what can we do about it, what actually helps, and how does it impact dyscalculia? Honora summarizes a 2015 meta analysis article by Diamond & Ling.
S4 Ep 8Self-advocacy Pros and Cons
Dr. Wall has some issues with self-advocacy. Learn about the pros and cons of self-advocacy in this fiery episode, and learn more about dyscalculia at www.educalclearning.com or www.thedtri.org today.
S4 Ep 73 Reasons Why Calculators and Written Work Count
Why should you keep using calculators, multiplication lists, and number lines? Why should you insist on written work? Dr. Wall discusses the justification for these crucial ideas: Evidence of thinking, stronger neural pathways, and a habit of precision and accuracy. Learn more at www.educalclearning.com or www.thedtri.org.
S4 Ep 6Learning Math by Das & Janzen
Dr. Wall summarizes two domains and four key features of learning math. Learn more at www.educalclearning.com or www.thedtri.org, or read the article "Learning Math" by researchers Das & Janzen (2004). Excellent tips for classroom teachers!
S4 Ep 5Why is it so hard to get accommodations?
Getting support for dyscalculia shouldn't be so hard.
S4 Ep 4The Goldilocks Issue and Dyscalculia
Support for dyscalculia: what happens when it's too much, too little, or just not quite right? Learn more at www.thedtri.org or www.educalclearning.com
S4 Ep 3Mental Number Lines and Baby Chicks
Dr. Wall discusses a new research study from the University of Padua, regarding the natural development of the mental number line. What are the implications for classroom teachers? Find out more at www.thedtri.org and www.educalclearning.com.
S4 Ep 2Understanding Research: Does Making Your Bed Earn More Money?
Does making your bed help you make more money? Dr. Wall discusses the important questions we need to ask when we apply research studies. Learn more at www.thedtri.org.
S4 Ep 1Common Strategies for Dyscalculia
Dr. Wall discusses a research study conducted by Dr. Katie Lewis in Washington state. The study analyzes common strategies that were the key to success for a student, and could be game changers for yours! Learn more at www.educalclearning.com or www.thedtri.org .
S3 Ep 12Clash of the Titans: ID vs Cognitive Load
Dr. Wall describes the benefits and serious drawbacks of Instructional Design best practices and cognitive load, as it can overwhelm people with dyscalculia. Learn what goes wrong and how to help!Become a Certified Dyscalculia Specialist today at www.educalclearning.com, or enroll in dyscalculia-specific math classes at www.thedtri.org.
S3 Ep 11Two Research Articles: Meta Analysis
Dr. Wall highlights key findings from two meta analysis research articles about dyscalculia.
S3 Ep 10Vouchers and Services for Dyscalculia
Are vouchers the answer to getting services for dyscalculia? Not necessarily. How can parents find the right services for their children, or themselves? Dr. Wall gives you specific questions to ask in this episode. Learn more at www.educalclearning.com or www.thedtri.org.
S3 Ep 92025 Goals and Themes
Dr. Wall sets the tone for 2025, naming the theme of her work (spoiler alert: it isn't math!) and highlighting upcoming topics for the new year. What do you want to know about dyscalculia? Contact Dr. Wall at [email protected] or [email protected]
S3 Ep 8Half-fraction Advantage
What is the half-fraction advantage? Dr. Wall summarizes three key findings from a research study conducted by Dr. Mazzocco and others. You need to hear this!
S3 Ep 7Academically Challenging Goals
Are academically challenging goals appropriate for students with dyscalculia? YES! Find out why, and how to implement them, in this episode.
S3 Ep 6Writing Great IEP & 504 Goals
Dr. Wall shares exciting, easy, and impactful IEP or 504 goals in this episode. She shares information from David Bateman and Dr. Lisa Goran, delivered at the 2024 CASE conference. Don't miss this one!