Research tells us that students benefit from using visual representations when learning mathematics. The use of visuals such as concrete materials (referred to as manipulatives), pictures and models help students build a conceptual understanding of math concepts and operations. For students who are unable to physically access the manipulatives or writing tools, learning math concepts such as...
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The opening of the exhibit hall to kick off the Assistive Technology Industry Association (ATIA) Conference was jammed packed with educators, AT folks and administrators interested in new methods of instruction and new technology to improve learning for students with disabilities. However, the buzz was about math, especially fractions.
While there has been great advancement in...
Posted by Lauri Susi on Jan. 28, 2011
Achievement in mathematics is quite limited for many students with disabilities and fractions are a consistent and recurring area of concern for the teachers of those students. This is not surprising considering that typical students also struggle with this very complex topic. BUT, students with disabilities CAN learn fractions! With the right tools and instruction they can be successful....
Posted by Lauri Susi on Jan. 25, 2011
The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) Technology principle states that, “Technology is essential in teaching and learning mathematics; it influences the mathematics that is taught and enhances students' learning.“ For students with disabilities, it is often the use of assistive...
Posted by Lauri Susi on Jan. 19, 2011
Today's diverse classroom presents teachers with numerous challenges for making mathematical concepts accessible to all learners. Classrooms consist of students with a wide range of abilities and disabilities along with students that are racially, linguistically, and culturally diverse. All of these students must have a solid grounding in mathematics to function effectively in today’...
Posted by Lauri Susi on Jan. 15, 2011
