EFFECTIVE MATHEMATIC INSTRUCTION STRATEGIES FOR STUDENTS WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES MATHEMATIC DIFFICULTIES

Abstract

The impact of mathematic difficulties level varied for each individual from mild to severe.  Having math difficulties potentially impact the individual’s school, work, and personal life. To close the mathematic performance gap between students with and without LD requires accounting for students’ learning needs in order to maximize the use of effective mathematic instructional strategies. The purpose of this paper is to provide an overview of effective math interventions on the mathematical word problem-solving skills for students with LD

Key Words: Learning disabilities, mathematic, computer-assisted instruction

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