Teaching Math to Students with Learning Disabilities Implications and Solutions

by Cawley, John F.; Hayes, Anne; Foley, Teresa E.

• ISBN13: 9781578868247
• ISBN10: 1578868246
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2008-08-15
• Publisher: R&L Education

Summary

This book includes two main sections: a discussion of problem solving and a section on computation with whole numbers. A primary theme of the text is that problem solving sets the stage for meaning and conceptual development with respect to numbers. The section on problem solving includes numerous problem-solving activities that have a dual purpose: the enhancement of language comprehension and cognitive development, and the enrichment of experiences in arithmetic problem solving. The section on computation stresses the use of both traditional and alternative arithmetic algorithms. The latter are introduced so as to provide the teacher with a means to enhance performance in the area of whole number arithmetic in such a way that the difficulties of the student are circumvented.Providing a range of arithmetic activities useful in both the general education and special education settings, the book addresses needs of students in both general education and special education.

Author Biography

Teresa E. Foley is an instructor of mathematics at Asnuntuck Community College in Enfield, Connecticut. Anne Fitzmaurice Hayes is dean emerita of the University of Hartford. John Cawley is professor emeritus from the University of Connecticut in 1979and professor emeritus from the State University of New York at Buffalo in 1998

Table of Contents

Problem Solving Precedes Computation

Developing Word Problems for Diagnostic Feedback

Connections to Other Subjects

Arithmetic Computation

Knowing about and Being Able to Do

Communicating Mathematics

Teaching the Operations Using Whole Numbers

Hand-Held Calculators

Concluding Comments

Computational Sequences

References

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