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What in the world is dyscalculia?

What in the world is dyscalculia?

Dr. Honora Wall, Ed.D.

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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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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.

Mar 23, 202616 min

S4 Ep 10Explore or Be Direct?

Dr. Wall discusses her thoughts on exploratory, direct, or other teaching methods.

Mar 8, 202611 min

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.

Feb 4, 202629 min

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.

Jan 22, 202617 min

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.

Jan 12, 202622 min

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!

Jan 5, 202622 min

S4 Ep 5Why is it so hard to get accommodations?

Getting support for dyscalculia shouldn't be so hard.

Nov 5, 202511 min

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

Oct 27, 202513 min

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.

Sep 15, 202517 min

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.

Aug 18, 202518 min

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 .

Aug 11, 202516 min

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.

Apr 15, 202521 min

S3 Ep 11Two Research Articles: Meta Analysis

Dr. Wall highlights key findings from two meta analysis research articles about dyscalculia.

Mar 28, 202518 min

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.

Feb 2, 202511 min

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]

Jan 27, 202513 min

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!

Nov 25, 202419 min

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.

Nov 11, 20248 min

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!

Nov 6, 202412 min

S3 Ep 5Dr. Wall's Unpopular Opinion

Dr. Wall has an unpopular opinion about math.... students don't have to like it! How can she say such a thing? Find out in this episode!

Oct 21, 202412 min

S3 Ep 4A Tale of Two 504 Meetings

Same school, same grade level, same team.... very different 504 meetings! Dr. Wall highlights an important, and far too common, issue in getting the right support for dyscalculia. Become a Certified Dyscalculia Specialist today at www.educalclearning.com!

Oct 11, 202415 min
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