Specific Learning Difficulties in Mathematics, including Dyscalculia eLearning Course

Overview

Taking a child-centred approach to teaching involves acknowledging the unique strengths that your students possess. But you also need to recognise when additional support is required. How can you make sure that young people experiencing persistent difficulties in mathematics receive the support they need? And how can you tailor your own approach to teaching to create an inclusive environment for students with dyscalculia?

Exploring how to spot the signs of a specific learning difficulty in mathematics will help you identify students who may be dyscalculic. You’ll be able to recognise when young people might benefit from specialist assessments that clarify challenges with maths. Knowing how to take a strategic approach to teaching students with dyscalculia will help you support them to achieve their full potential in the classroom.

By the end of this course you'll be able to:

• Recognise the characteristics of specific learning difficulties in mathematics, including dyscalculia, and identify when students may need specialist assessment
• Identify targeted teaching strategies to support students with persistent maths difficulties

Why Should I take this course?

This course is for teaching staff. It’ll help you understand the characteristics of specific learning difficulties in maths, including dyscalculia. Empowering students with dyscalculia to learn alongside their peers will help you contribute to an inclusive learning environment.