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Messenger, Chris; Emerson, Jane; Bird, Ronit – Mathematics Teaching Incorporating Micromath, 2007
In this article, the authors offer three definitions of dyscalculia, then describe the background and initial progress of the Harrow Dyscalculia Project. Their project in Harrow is associated with ongoing research into numeracy and brain development led by Brian Butterworth, Professor of Cognitive Neuropsychology at UCL. Pupils from Harrow schools…
Descriptors: Learning Disabilities, Mathematical Aptitude, Definitions, Brain
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Lamminmaki, Tuija; Ahonen, Timo; deBarra, Helena Todd; Tolvanen, Asko; Michelsson, Katarina; Lyytinen, Heikki – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1997
In the first year of a study of 74 Chilean children (ages 6-11) with learning problems, half participated in a multifaceted neurocognitive treatment and half in a treatment that provided supervision of school tasks and peer group support. All participated in the neurocognitive treatment the second year. Both treatments resulted in gains.…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Cognitive Development, Educational Strategies, Elementary Education