Opportunity Gap: How to Support Kids of Color Who Learn Differently Kids struggling with math? It could be dyscalculia
Some kids work hard in math but still struggle to keep up. Even with extra practice, the numbers just don’t click. This might be a sign of dyscalculia, a learning disability that makes it difficult to understand and use numbers.
In this episode, we’re joined by math teacher Brendan Hodnett. Hear as Brendan explains what dyscalculia is and how it can affect a student’s confidence. Then find out what families can do to help support their child.
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Timestamps
(0:00) Intro
(01:12) What is dyscalculia?
(06:39) Signs a child may have dyscalculia
(11:46) Consequences of undiagnosed dyscalculia
(17:15) What families can do
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