Some students ace mental math yet struggle to get a single number on paper. In this episode of Lead SPED Better, I unpack why “show your work” can be a hidden barrier for learners with dysgraphia, dyslexia, or weak executive-function skills, and what educators can do about it.

From number lines and graph paper to assistive technology like Modmath, you’ll learn how small instructional tweaks and the right tools let students demonstrate their true understanding without frustration.

🔗 Links + Resources:

Register for the free webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/oBXA__PzRmyeJ931M-xFWQ#/registration

Email Diana: [email protected]

Work with Diana: https://calendly.com/dianarwilliams/meet-with-diana

🧠 What You’ll Learn:

• How dysgraphia, dyslexia, and executive-function challenges affect math output

• Simple classroom strategies to help students “show their work”

• How Modmath and other assistive tech can remove handwriting barriers

✅ Leadership Next Step:

Identify one student who “knows the math” but struggles to record it. Choose a single support—number line, guided notes, or ModMath—and try it this week.

Diana Williams partners with schools across the country to strengthen SPED systems, coach leaders, and train teams to deliver inclusive, legally sound, and high-impact instruction. Ready to support your team with the strategies they actually need?

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.thespeducatedleader.com