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Date created
2025/12/01
Latest episode
2026/07/14
Average duration
20 min.
Release period
22 days
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Dyscalculia is the math learning disorder most people have never heard of. Which is hard to believe, because approximately 5 million K-12 students have dyscalculia-- just in the USA! Find out what this learning disorder means to you as a teacher, a parent, and as a student. Presented by EduCalc Learning, https://www.educalclearning.com/ and hosted by Dr. Honora Wall.
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Check latest episodes from What in the world is dyscalculia? podcast
New book: Dyscalculia Demystified
2026/07/14
Dr. Wall interviews Dawn Pagliaro-Newman, author of Dyscalculia Demystified. Learn why Dawn wrote this important book, what's inside, and what's next for educators interested in the math-related SLD.
Coherence: What is it, and why does it matter?
2026/07/02
Dr. Wall discusses instructional and system coherence. Learn what it is, why it matters, and how to obtain it in your classroom and school.
Dyscalculia + Pageant Winner = Liliana Ayala!
2026/06/27
Dr. Wall discusses dyscalculia with Miss Grays Harbors Teen, Liliana Ayala. The pageant winner is using her platform to bring awareness to the math disability and shares her journey. Don't miss this episode!
Math Facts vs Skill Set
2026/06/25
Should we focus more on math fact memorization? Isn't that the gold standard of math proficiency? Dr. Wall says no! Learn why and what to do instead to increase not only fluency but also a strong mathematical skill set in all students. Learn more at www.thedtri.org.
Homeschool Conventon Highlights
2026/05/26
Dr. Wall learned some interesting things at a recent home school convention, and they apply to everyone! In this episode, she discusses how awareness of dyscalculia has changed in the last two years. She also highlights key areas of need that will define her work in the next 12 months. Finally, she gives advice on easy, no-math-worksheet ways to improve mathematical thinking-- even for the lowest-scoring math students!
Prediction and Dyscalculia Support
2026/04/13
Why is prediction so important for students with dyscalculia? How can we quickly and easily support predictive skills in math class? Dr. Wall discusses this and more in this episode of What in the World is Dyscalculia.
How do you know if you have dyscalculia?
2026/03/23
Dr. Wall discusses a recent epiphany-- she has dyscalculia! Learn why it took her so long to find out, and what she thought about her math abilities. This episode is dedicated to all the adults who never knew there was a reason for their struggles.
Explore or Be Direct?
2026/03/08
Dr. Wall discusses her thoughts on exploratory, direct, or other teaching methods.
Executive Function
2026/02/04
Dr. Wall discusses executive function: What is it, what can we do about it, what actually helps, and how does it impact dyscalculia? Honora summarizes a 2015 meta analysis article by Diamond & Ling.
Self-advocacy Pros and Cons
2026/01/22
Dr. Wall has some issues with self-advocacy. Learn about the pros and cons of self-advocacy in this fiery episode, and learn more about dyscalculia at www.educalclearning.com or www.thedtri.org today.
3 Reasons Why Calculators and Written Work Count
2026/01/12
Why should you keep using calculators, multiplication lists, and number lines? Why should you insist on written work? Dr. Wall discusses the justification for these crucial ideas: Evidence of thinking, stronger neural pathways, and a habit of precision and accuracy. Learn more at www.educalclearning.com or www.thedtri.org.
Learning Math by Das & Janzen
2026/01/05
Dr. Wall summarizes two domains and four key features of learning math. Learn more at www.educalclearning.com or www.thedtri.org, or read the article "Learning Math" by researchers Das & Janzen (2004). Excellent tips for classroom teachers!
Why is it so hard to get accommodations?
2025/11/05
Getting support for dyscalculia shouldn't be so hard.
The Goldilocks Issue and Dyscalculia
2025/10/27
Support for dyscalculia: what happens when it's too much, too little, or just not quite right? Learn more at www.thedtri.org or www.educalclearning.com
Mental Number Lines and Baby Chicks
2025/09/15
Dr. Wall discusses a new research study from the University of Padua, regarding the natural development of the mental number line. What are the implications for classroom teachers? Find out more at www.thedtri.org and www.educalclearning.com.