Monday, 23 March 2026
📘 Chapter 16 – Module 15 🔢 Dyscalculia (Maths Learning Difficulty)
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Version 1: Standard Learning Module (Professional Training Version)
Introduction
Dyscalculia
is a learning difficulty that affects understanding numbers and mathematical
concepts.
It
impacts:
Number
sense
Mathematical
reasoning
Recall
of number facts
Key
Message
Dyscalculia
is NOT about intelligence.
People
with dyscalculia:
Can
learn maths
May
need structured support
Benefit
from patience and accessible teaching
Signs
of Dyscalculia
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Number & Basic Skills
Difficulty
recognising numbers
Trouble
counting
Confusion
with number sequences
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Thinking & Reasoning
Difficulty
solving maths problems
Trouble
remembering maths steps
Difficulty
understanding time concepts
🧩
Everyday Life
Difficulty
handling money
Struggles
with measurements
Difficulty
telling time
Strengths
of Individuals with Dyscalculia
Creativity
Strong
visual thinking
Problem-solving
ability
Good
communication skills
Support
Strategies
🧠
Learning Support
Use
visual aids (charts, diagrams)
Use
real-life examples
Break
tasks into small steps
Allow
extra time
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Maths Support
Use
calculators where appropriate
Repeat
instructions clearly
Use
step-by-step guidance
Avoid
time pressure
❤️
Communication Support
Use
simple language
Be
patient
Check
understanding regularly
⚠️
Professional Practice Guidance
Do
not shame or criticise mistakes
Do
not rush learning
Support
confidence and independence
Encourage
step-by-step progress
⚠️
Safety & Responsibility
Always
prioritise safety
Seek
help from a senior if unsure
Use
appropriate tools or support
Ensure
no one is left in unsafe situations
Reflection
Questions
What
is dyscalculia?
Name
one sign
Name
one support strategy
Why
is patience important?
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Version 2: Easy Read Version
🔢
Dyscalculia
Dyscalculia
is a learning difficulty.
It
affects:
Numbers
Maths
Understanding
💭
Important
Dyscalculia
is NOT about intelligence.
People
can still learn maths.
They
may need:
More
time
Extra
support
👀
Signs
🔢
Numbers
Hard
to recognise numbers
Hard
to count
Numbers
can be confusing
🧠
Thinking
Hard
to solve maths problems
Hard
to remember steps
Hard
to understand time
🧩
Daily Life
Hard
to use money
Hard
to measure things
Hard
to tell the time
❤️
Strengths
People
may be:
Creative
Good
problem solvers
Good
at communication
🤝
Support
Use
pictures and charts
Give
extra time
Break
tasks into steps
Be
patient
⚠️
Key Message
👉
Be kind
🧠
Version 3: Quiz / Questions
Multiple
Choice
Dyscalculia
affects:
Dyscalculia
is:
A
good support strategy is:
True
or False
Dyscalculia
affects maths
People
cannot learn maths with dyscalculia
Support
helps learning
Short
Answer
What
is dyscalculia?
Name
one support strategy:
Name
one strength:
☑️
Version 4: Assessment Sheet
Learner
Name: ____________________
🧠
Knowledge
☐
Understands dyscalculia
🤝
Skills
☐
Uses clear communication
❤️
Attitude
☐
Respectful
⚠️
Safety Awareness
☐
Knows when to ask for help
💬
Tutor Feedback
✍️
Signatures
Learner:
____________________
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Version 5: PowerPoint Slides
Slide
1 – Title
Dyscalculia
Slide
2 – What is Dyscalculia?
Affects
numbers
Affects
maths
Affects
understanding
Slide
3 – Signs
Difficulty
counting
Confusion
with numbers
Trouble
with time
Slide
4 – Strengths
Creativity
Problem
solving
Communication
Slide
5 – Support
Visual
aids
Extra
time
Step-by-step
learning
Slide
6 – Important Message
Be
patient
Support
learning
Build
confidence
🧩
Version 6: Activity Sheet
Activity
1 – Think
What
is dyscalculia?
Activity
2 – List
One
sign
One
strength
One
support strategy
Activity
3 – Scenario
A
learner struggles with maths.
What
support would you give?
Activity
4 – Reflection
Why
is patience important in learning maths?
🌟
Your Completed Section
You
now have:
Dyslexia
Dyspraxia
Dysgraphia
Dyscalculia
👉
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