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The Mathematics Struggle Diagnostic Tool
A student may struggle with today’s mathematics because an earlier idea or skill was never fully developed. This downloadable guide helps an adult observe the student’s work, identify areas that deserve a closer look, and choose a focused next action.
Downloadable PDF
17 pages
Approximately 25 to 40 minutes
Household use
What the guide includes
- Short student tasks covering foundational mathematics through algebraic readiness.
- Observation guides that emphasize reasoning, not only correct answers.
- Context checks to help distinguish a mathematics difficulty from conditions that may have affected performance.
- A focused-action page for identifying the earliest relevant area of repeated difficulty.
- A complete solution guide for parents and guardians.
Intended audience: Parents, guardians, and other adults supporting students in late elementary through early secondary mathematics, including introductory algebra. Earlier sections may also help an older student when prerequisite difficulty is suspected.
Important limitation: This is an informal educational tool. It identifies mathematical areas worth investigating and does not diagnose a learning disability, developmental condition, or educational disorder.
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Why Students Struggle With Mathematics by Nijel Redrick provides a fuller explanation of the conditions that can make mathematics difficult.
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