MATHEMATICS
Some children, particularly
dyscalculic children,
or children with intellectual development disorder,
are confronted with specific difficulties when it comes to mathematics.
SCHOOL CHALLENGES
Understanding numbers
- Understanding the concept of numbers, comparing and ordering them.
- Difficulty recognizing numerical values.
- Understanding relationships between numbers.
Maths operations
- Difficulties in learning and performing basic mathematical operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
- Problems memorizing mathematical facts and understanding procedures.
Coordinating movements
Difficulty in understanding the information given, identifying the necessary operations and organizing the steps to arrive at a solution.
Spatial and geometrical concepts
Understanding of spatial and geometric concepts such as measurement, shape geometry and spatial visualization.
SCHOOL STRATEGIES
Practical handling
Manipulable materials such as cubes, marbles, number cards, abacuses, Cuisenaire rulers, etc. help children visualize and understand mathematical concepts.
Calculators
Using calculators for complex calculations or to check answers can reduce these children's cognitive load and enable them to concentrate on understanding concepts rather than on calculations.
Templates and patterns
Templates or models help students understand relationships and number patterns. For example, with multiplication or division models, they can visualize the operations involved.
Games and fun activities
Integrating mathematical games and play activities into teaching makes math more engaging and stimulating for dyscalculic children.
They develop their mathematical skills while having fun.