On Thu, 1 Apr 2004 12:04:57 -0800, Katy Mann <
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>I've had a query from a student who suspects they might have
>dyscalculia. Is anyone aware of a screening test/diagnosis for this?
>
>Is it possible to have only Dyscalculia or are you likely to be
>dyslexic/dyspraxic as well?
>
>Do all Ed Psychs look at this possibility or does it vary?
>
>Any pointers would be really helpful.
>
>Thanks
>
>Katy
>
>Katy Mann
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>University of Westminster
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Katy,
As far as I am aware there is no screening test for dyscalculia available for adults.
The NFER screener is standardised only up to age 13. The most often quoted
estimate is around 6% with dyscalculia only.
We have a small number of students with dyscalculia and others who have
dyscalculia and dyslexia.
Our DDIG group has some information on the web site and which is, hopefully,
useful. In particular, "Damm the 3 times table", which, I think illustrates the problem
well.
http://ddig.lboro.ac.uk/pages/ideas_exchange.html
Much of the information on dyscalculia relates to basic computation. However, I think
it is much more about the understanding of number and number relationships.
Clare
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