Workshops
Diagnosis and Remediation of Learning Problems in Mathematics
Presented by Professor Mahesh C. Sharma
June 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 2012
To download a brochure click here
To download a registration form click hereCourse Content
Factors Affecting Mathematics Learning
• Cognitive Development and Mathematics Learning
• Mathematics Learning Personality
• Mathematics as a Second Language
• Levels of Knowing Mathematics Learning
• Prerequisite Skills and Mathematics LearningEtiology of Mathematics Learning Problems
• Carryover Problems in Mathematics
• Language Related Mathematics Learning Problems
• Developmental Mathematics Learning Disabilities Dyscalculia/Acalculia/Anarithmetia/Dysgraphia
• Mathematics Anxiety
• Assessment and Diagnosis of Mathematics
Learning Problems/Disabilities
• Developmental Learning Disabilities in MathematicsKey Concepts, Skills and Procedures in Mathematics
• Number Conceptualization, Number Relationships
and Procedures
• Representing Numbers: Place Value and its Forms
• Fractions: Representation, Forms, Operations and
Applications
• Integers and Operations
• Spatial Sense and Geometric Thinking
• Algebraic ThinkingInstructional/Remedial Models
• Characteristics of Instructional Models
• A Model for Remediation: Vertical Acceleration
• A Lesson Plan for Instruction / RemediationClinical Model
Teachers will have the opportunity to work with students
in order to immediately implement strategies.
The Presenter:
Professor Mahesh C. Sharma
Professor Mahesh Sharma is the Former president of
Mathematics Education at Cambridge College. He is
the founder and president of the Center for Teaching/Learning of Mathematics, Inc., of Framingham, MA. Internationally known for his groundbreaking work in Mathematics education, he is an author, teacher, and teacher-trainer, researcher, consultant to public and private schools, as well as a public lecturer. He still provides direct service of evaluation and tutoring for students (children as well as adults) who have learning disabilities or face difficulties in mathematics. He works with teachers and school administrators to design strategies to improve mathematics instruction for all.
Dates:
June 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 2012 (In the event schools end later because of snow days, please hold June 30th.)
Time:
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Cost:
$825.00 without Graduate Credits.
$975.00 with 3 Graduate Credits
Includes refreshments, lunch and handouts.
Payment is made to The Reading Institute.
PDPs:
60 Professional Development Points
Graduate Credits:
3 Graduate Credits through Endicott College - Payment is made to Endicott College on the first day of class.
Location:
The Reading Institute
430 Main Street
Wiliamstown, MA 01267
Materials:
Materials to be purchased by each student. Material order form will be sent with your confirmation
letter.
Enrollment:
Register Early - limited enrollment.
Registration Deadline:
May 25, 2012
Registration
Click
here to download a printable registration form. Include registration form with your school's purchase order, check payment or credit card payment.
Refund
Policy/
Cancellation:
•Cancel 10 days before training - Refund minus a $25.00 cancellation fee.
•Cancel within 10 days of training - no refund.
Substitutions:
Substitutions
may be made. Please notify The Reading Institute, Inc. with the name of
the alternate participant in advance.
Confirmations/Directions:
Confirmations and directions will be mailed to each participant. You are not registered unless you receive a confirmation letter.
Accommodations:
Reservations need to be made directly with the hotels. A lodging list will be sent with your confirmation. Specify you are with The Reading Institute when making reservations. Be sure to make lodging reservations early for best selection.
Questions:
Tel: 413-458-9995
Fax: 413-458-8777
Email: janet@thereadinginstitute.net
