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  • EdEx, the “WHY” of Mathlexia
    Welcome to the MAXLEXIA Educator Excellence satellite series!
    Here we will explore the ways in which we can:
    • effectively reach and teach dyslexic students in the classroom
    • build and maintain self-esteem and self-confidence in vulnerable students
    • be able to recognize dyslexic students, particularly in math
    • optimize teaching methods and maximize every dyslexic student’s academic success!
      • The term Mathlexia was created as a result of my experience working with clients with dyslexia who were chronically struggling in math.
      It is a compilation of learning profiles that is primarily characterized by dyslexia, but which also encompasses other learning disabilities such as ADD, ADHD, anxiety and depression.
      This EdEx series of podcasts and online courses will delve into all things Mathlexic and examine how educators can best led their students to academic success!
      This first podcast, “The WHY of Mathlexia” focuses on three main components:
      1. Moving from desperation to celebration with a new dyslexia diagnosis
      2. Motivation and inspiration to see dyslexia in a new and positive light
      3. Celebration of dyslexic brilliance and the intuitive math abilities associated with it.

        4. The post EdEx, the “WHY” of Mathlexia appeared first on MaxLexia: Empowering ALL Minds!.

        14 min
      4. The dyslexic academic experience part 2
        Some explicit language due to the nature of discussing dyslexia and school

        Here we go with part 2 of the common narrative of the dyslexic academic experience told through a compilation of voices.

        As difficult as early academic trauma can be for dyslexic students, they persevere and end up transitioning seamlessly to higher education due to the skills gained and lessons learned through their school struggles.

        Here are a few of these fun success stories…

        The post The dyslexic academic experience part 2 appeared first on MaxLexia: Empowering Neurodiverse Minds.

        38 min
      5. #dyslexicbrilliance

        Hey peeps… it’s time to shout it out!!

        Let’s start building a repertoire of everyone’s dyslexic brilliance…

        What are YOUR unique dyslexic strengths?

        How are you shining your dyslexia?

        How are you using your dyslexic gifts to ROCK the world?

        Time to share

        Time to inspire

        Time to celebrate dyslexic brilliance!

        Share in the comments below and come join the MAXLEXIA community in our private group on the maxlexia Facebook page!

        Together we will shift the way the world perceives dyslexia!!

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      6. “Care-less” mistakes #mathlexia

        The school year is almost here!

        We still don’t have a clear picture of how it’s going to look, but one way or another, students will be back!

        As I am working on the Educator Excellence satellite course for MAXLEXIA I am immersed in all things dyslexia and math!!
        Today I wanted to address something that has an emotional impact on many students with dyslexia… often they struggle in school and in particular in math. Some of these experiences have long lasting effects on their self-esteem.
        When students write math tests they sometimes get well-meaning feedback from the teacher indicating that they have some understanding of the concept, but their grades are negatively affected by “careless mistakes”.
        What are often called “careless” mistakes in math, actually are NOT. Dyslexic students need to work 5 times as hard in order to complete the same task as their classmates. They apply themselves and diligently complete their assignments and exams. The use of the word “careless” is perceived by a dyslexic student as somehow implying that they “care-less” about their schoolwork. This has a huge emotional impact on their self-esteem and their confidence in math.
        Diligent and meticulous attention to schoolwork by dyslexic students
        Not only are these mistakes not careless but they are caused by many layers:
        • Brain Speed
        • “Seeing”
        • Impulsivity
          1. Brain speed– most students with dyslexia have strong intuitive abilities in math. When they see a math problem, their brain goes into hyperdrive speed and they see all the steps needed to get to the answer. Their brain is moving so quickly that often the mechanics of writing are unable to keep up and they drop terms or make other small errors as they are speeding through the answer.
          2. Seeing– often dyslexic students are literally not seeing things in the way we intend them to or in the way we assume they are. Best question to ask a student who is stuck on a math problem is first, “what do you see?”
          3. Impulsivity– many people with dyslexia also have aspects of ADD and ADHD. In math, this leads to impulsively grabbing and manipulating the numbers in a question without completely reading through the words.
            4. Some things that DON”T work to help these students:
            Multiple choice tests are not the best way of assessing dyslexic students knowledge
            1. What seems like the most logical solution is to tell a student to “slow down”! In fact this doesn’t work for theses students, once they slow down they completely lose focus and lose track of where they were going in the solving of the math problem. “If i slow down, i fall into a dark pit”. This also plays out in word problems where one student described it by saying that if he slows down reading the question, he begins to just enjoy the print without any reading comprehension.
            2. Reviewing work before turning in a test also seems logical to suggest however, this rarely works as the students never “see” the errors they’ve made. If anything, they need to start the problem over again from the beginning if they know they have done it incorrectly.
              3. Some strategies that DO work:
              • “Talk me through”
              • Scribe
              • Whiteboard
                1. Vocalization– or as I call it “talk me through”. For a student with dyslexia, the kinaesthetic approach of talking out loud as they answer a math question, is a highly effective tool. This allows them to tap into the process they need to use to successfully solve math problems.
                2. Scribe– The use of a scribe for math is rarely suggested but can be a highly effective approach for students struggling with the mechanics of handwriting or of organization of their work. The quick brain speed allows them to talk out the steps of the answer as a scribe writes is neatly and in a logical fashion for the teacher to correct.
                3. Whiteboard– again, the brain speed paired with issues with the mechanics of writing can lead to very messy and hard to follow math tests. Providing a larger writing surface can help these students to be able to write more clearly and have a greater work space available to organize their thought process to solve the math questions.
                  4. Math success is possible for ALL students!
                  23 min
                4. The dyslexic academic experience part 1

                  Early academic trauma can have devastating and life-long effects on both a personal and professional level.

                  Everyone’s story is unique however, there is an underlying common narrative in the academic experience of the dyslexic life journey.
                  Eytan sees math problems as solved Rubiks cubes

                  This three part podcast will document this narrative arc through a compilation of dyslexic voices.

                  Today, early academic trauma is described by Emma, Eytan and Oakley…

                  41 min
                5. MAXLEXIA™ Quest Launch

                  Very excited to announce the launch of the MAXLEXIA Quest!!

                  A 7 week program to reboot your dyslexic life journey

                  Together we will work through “The MAXLEXIA Signature Program”

                  • 7 modules
                  • One module per week
                  • Daily motivational support
                  • BONUS
                  • Weekly group coaching session
                  • Private FaceBook group to continue the dyslexia discussions

                    • Join the MAXLEXIA Quest…

                    Time to celebrate your dyslexic brilliance!!!

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                  • A dyslexic life journey, Juliette’s story
                    In her own words, listen to Juliette’s story which takes us through her academic journey.
                    Even though everyone’s story is unique… there is also a common dyslexic narrative when it comes to school experiences.

                    Juliette has persevered through many challenges and triumphs.

                    Most recently, she recieved a final calculus grade of 96% which earned her a place on the Dean’s list in college!!

                    Academic success can be optimized in dyslexic students with:

                    • an early dyslexia diagnosis
                    • appropriate targeted support in and out of school
                    • test and exam taking accommodations
                    • alternate forms of formative and summative assessments

                      • And MOST importantly for students with dyslexia…

                      maintaining their self-confidence and self-esteem allowing them to celebrate their dyslexic brilliance!!!

                      54 min
                    • Shine, Share, Inspire, and Celebrate dyslexic brilliance





                      What are YOUR unique dyslexic strengths?



                      How are you shining your dyslexia?



                      How are you using your dyslexic gifts to ROCK the world?



                      Time to share



                      Time to inspire



                      Time to celebrate dyslexic brilliance!



                      Share in the comments below and come join the MAXLEXIA™ community in our private group on the maxlexia™ Facebook page! 🙂




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                    • Dyslexic Strengths
                      Dyslexia is often perceived as a disability when in fact, it’s truly a gift! What are your dyslexic strengths?



                      Share them with the world



                      it’s time to celebrate your dyslexic brilliance!



                      Let us know your unique dyslexic gifts in the comments! 🙂
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                    • A dyslexic moment
                      “I’m having a dyslexic moment”



                      A phrase often said in a derogatory fashion with the intention of meaning that a person has made a stupid mistake.



                      This perception needs to change… and together we will do that!









                      Shifting the way people perceive the word dyslexia and what it means. From associating it with negative connotations to recognizing dyslexic brilliance.



                      Dyslexic moments are actually quirky little episodes when your dyslexia shows itself in funny ways. When you have self-acceptance and self-love for who you truly are…



                      these delightfully unique moments will unapologetically be received with humour and laughter!



                      enjoy laughing WITH your dyslexic moments 🙂






                      16 min

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