Module Overview
This
module explains how communication is affected by dyscalculia and how to support
individuals.
Learners
will:
Understand
communication challenges in dyscalculia
Learn strategies for
children, students, and adults
Practice questions
and activities
Understand the link
between language and math
Section 1 –
What is Dyscalculia?
Dyscalculia
is a condition that affects:
Understanding numbers
Processing math
information
Talking about math
concepts
Managing sequences
and steps
It
can cause:
Math anxiety
Embarrassment in
social situations
Difficulty with word
problems
Trouble remembering
steps
Section 2 –
Communication Challenges
People
with dyscalculia may struggle with:
Numerical language
(e.g., greater than, less than)
Social situations
involving numbers
Explaining how they
solved a problem
Following multi-step
instructions
Section 3 –
Strategies for Educators & Parents
Use precise,
consistent language (e.g., regrouping instead of borrowing)
Draw problems and use
manipulatives
Connect numbers to
real-life examples
Check understanding
by asking for verbal explanations
Reduce anxiety by
creating a low-pressure environment
Section 4 –
Strategies for Adults
Use calculators,
apps, and calendars
Practice
communicating needs
Ask for time to
review financial or numerical information
Focus on
understanding processes, not just answers
Section 5 –
Link Between Language and Math
Dyscalculia is
sometimes called "number dyslexia"
Students may need
help with math vocabulary
Support is needed for
both numbers and the language of math
Level 1
Questions
Dyscalculia affects
understanding numbers.
☐ True ☐ False
Name one thing people
with dyscalculia may struggle with:
Give one way to
reduce anxiety in math learning:
Level 2
Questions
Why is using precise
language important?
Give one example of a
visual support for math:
How can adults with
dyscalculia manage numbers in daily life?
Why is it important
to check understanding, not just the answer?
Explain the link
between language and math in dyscalculia:
Trainer Notes
Trainers
should:
Explain dyscalculia
and its communication impact
Show visual aids and
real-life examples
Demonstrate
strategies for children, students, and adults
Encourage practice
using precise language and verbal explanations
Discuss anxiety
reduction and low-stress environments
Highlight the
importance of math vocabulary and language
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