Course | Addressing Dyscalculia and Maths Learning Difficulties

Facilitator

Larissa Chan
Larissa Chan is a student support teacher in an international school in Hong Kong. She has presented on the topic of Maths Learning Difficulties and Dyscalculia in conferences including 21CL, MathsConf UK and SENIA - you may have seen her around!

Larissa’s background is in Psychology and being a keen learner she considered the academia route before shifting to education. After a few years as a homeroom teacher, Larissa moved into the world of SEN and learning support having received a Masters in Special and Inclusive Education from the UK and later on became a Dyscalculia and Maths specialist. Collaborating with teachers, parents and stakeholders brings a lot of enjoyment and fulfillment! Larissa lives and works in Hong Kong where she is from. She enjoys spending time with family and friends (being ‘auntie’ to many little ones in Hong Kong and around the world!), reading, and exploring new spots for good food and drink.

Time Commitment

5 hours

Course Overview

This course is designed to provide an introductory overview for Dyscalculia and Maths learning dfificulties. Participants will gain an understanding of the learning difficulty and practical suggestions and strategies that can be utilised in a classroom environment. Related topics such as Maths anxiety will also be discussed. The issues involved with defining Dyscalculia and current research debates will also be explored.

All Course Lessons

01
Getting Setup
Let us know you are ready to start!
Update Your Profile
Setup Your Mighty Networks Account
About The Course Platform

02
Course Overview
Course Syllabus
Meet and Contact Your Instructor
Discussion Questions Rubric
SENIA Academy Statement on AI
Optional Extended Learnings
Course Time Zone
Course Facilitator Feedback

03
Section One: An Introduction to maths learning difficulties and dyscalculia
Introduce Yourself
Video One: An Introduction to maths learning difficulties and dyscalculia
Section One Discussion
Extend Your Learning

04
Section Two: Neurodiversity and comorbidity
Video Two: Neurodiversity and comorbidity
SPLD Crystal Model
Extend Your Learning: Maths Anxiety Resources
Extend Your Learning: Achievability UK (SpLD Crystal)
Extend Your Learning: Steve Chinn
Section Two Discussion

05
Section Three: Planning and implementation in the classroom
Video Three: Planning and implementation in the classroom
Extend Your Learning: Maths Through Stories
Extend Your Learning: How to Find Good Math Storybooks & Read Them with Your Children
Extend Your Learning: Math for Love Tiny Polka Dot
Extend Your Learning: Steve Wyborney Resources (eg. Splat)
Section Three Discussion

06
Section Four: Assessment & case studies
Video Four: Assessment & case studies
Extend Your Learning: Math Visuals
Extend Your Learning: Make 10 Card Game Template
Extend Your Learning: Larissa Chan's Dyscalculia and Maths Learning Difficulties Padlet
Section Four Discussion

07
Assignment
Mandatory: Discussion Post Feedback
Culminating Assignment Directions
Culminating Assignment Submission Space

08
Course Completion
Extend Your Learning: iPad apps for dyscalculia/dyslexia (CALL Scotland)
Extend Your Learning: Assistive technology for math (Understood.org)
Extend Your Learning: GFletchy Progression of Concepts
Course References
Extend Your Learning Resources
Feedback and Certificate Time