Judi Hornigold: This half day workshop will focus on how to identify dyscalculia through the use of screeners, checklists and observations.
13th October 2023 @ 9.30am - 1.30pm
Summary of the event:
This half day workshop will focus on how to identify dyscalculia through the use of screeners, checklists and observations.
What can you can expect from the training?
You will explore practical and developmental strategies to support learners with dyscalculia including
- the use of dot patterns,
- ten frames,
- manipulatives such as Cuisenaire rods.
- Demonstration of the value of visualisation strategies such as bar modelling for solving word problems.
As a result of the workshop you will:
- be able to identify dyscalculia and distinguish it from more general maths difficulties.
- have practical strategies to use in the classroom to support learners with dyscalculia.
Training led by: Judy Hornigold
Judy is an independent educational consultant specialising in dyscalculia and dyslexia and has been a Singapore Maths trainer, for UK based Maths No Problem since 2014. She is particularly passionate about the teaching of maths and of finding ways to support learners with dyscalculia and general maths learning difficulties. Judy is an associate tutor for Edge Hill University and the British Dyslexia Association. Recent publications include Can I tell you about Dyscalculia, published by Jessica Kingsley in 2020.
Audience:
SENCos, Inclusion Managers, Teachers, TAs, Learning Mentors, Parents
Cost:
£95+VAT / person (Refreshments and light lunch included)
Limited discounted places are available for parents on enquiry
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