This course offers attendees an introduction to the 3 most common types of maths learning difficulties i.e. dyscalculia, dyslexic maths difficulties and maths anxiety.
Who is the course aimed at?
For Staffordshire Residents aged 19+ including: Parents, carers, those working in education, adults with dyslexia, employers.
Entry requirements
No entry requirements
Course content
Definition of dyscalculia, impact of dyslexia and dyscalculia on maths learning, overlapping difficulties, effects of maths anxiety on development of maths skills, multisensory strategies to aid learning of maths.
Learning methods
You will take part in a weekly online session over Zoom/MS Teams led by your tutor, which will include videos, photos, practical activities and resources. You will also be able to access an online course pinboard (Padlet) to support your learning.
Learning Support
We encourage individuals with additional needs to participate in our course and offer 1-to-1 sessions to catch-up on any sessions missed, or to explore course content that attendees would benefit from exploring in more depth. Your tutor will also support you in accessing online sessions and/or resources.
Course assessments
You will have your own Learning Plan. Your tutor will give you feedback and assess your progress through discussions, demonstrations and completion of activities.
Learning materials
To take part in this online course you will need to have access to the internet and a suitable device – e.g. smartphone, ipad, tablet, computer, smartphone or other device.
What can learners do next after this course?
Our other courses, Level 2 in Dyslexia Awareness, Level 5-7 to become a dyslexia specialist teacher/assessor.
Dates, locations and times
Online delivery only
07/03/2025 – 28/03/2025, Fridays, 10.00am – 01.00pm
Are there any fees?
This course is fully funded so there are no course fees.
Who delivers this course?
All of our courses are delivered by expert local learning partners across Staffordshire. This specific course is delivered by Dyslexia Association of Staffordshire.
How to enrol on this course and find out more?
Please speak direct to our provider of this course who will happily discuss with you how to enrol onto this or a related course.
Louise Davies
Telephone: 01782 869791
