Unlocking Dyscalculia
Unlocking Dyscalculia is a podcast and YouTube series from Made for Math that explores math learning challenges and how to support learners who struggle with numbers. Hosted by Adrianne Meldrum and the Made for Math team, it examines the science behind dyscalculia and its impact on students. Episodes feature expert insights, real-life success stories, and practical intervention strategies based on cognitive science. Topics include reducing cognitive load and using dual coding to make math more accessible. The show is designed for teachers, parents, and adults seeking research-backed ways to build math confidence.
Episodes
Welcome to Unlocking Dyscalculia: A Web Series (Ep 1)
Welcome to our web series, Unlocking Dyscalculia! We have 15 episodes all about dyscalculia. Watch for new episodes each week starting on Aug. 14, 2022.⭐Did you know that research about Dyscalculia is about 30 years behind Dyslexia? In this 5-minute introduction, Made for Math's CEO Adrianne Meldrum takes the panoramic shot of where we're going in this series and why it's essential to spread aware
What is Dyscalculia? (Ep 2)
In this video, Adrianne Meldrum answers some common questions such as: 🟢How many people have dyscalculia? 🟢How do we define it? 🟢What does it look like? 🟢What are some other names for dyscalculia?Students have issues with:-Core number sense-Visual-spatial-Memory (especially working memory)-Reasoning and Complex ProceduresLooking for effective intervention? Check us out: https://madeformath.com____
Discovering Dyscalculia (Ep 3)
As a parent, you have those moments when you just know something just isn't quite right but no one seems to be able to label why your child is struggling with math. Meet Laura Jackson, a mother of a child with dyscalculia. In this episode, you'll hear Laura's experience from that first moment of something being off to the diagnosis and their triumph over dyscalculia. Join parent Laura Jackson of D
Researching Dyscalculia (Ep 4)
In this video, Made for Math's CEO Adrianne Meldrum and Dr. David C. Geary have an enlightening conversation about memory retrieval, brain scans, and the two surprising characteristics that kids who fail algebra share. They also explore what's next in researching how mathematics is learned in preschool children. Check out this conversation with researcher and author Dr. Geary.See more interviews r
Diagnosing Dyscalculia (Ep 5)
What can a parent expect when it comes to Diagnosing Dyscalculia? Discover the answer in this 22-minute conversation between Neuropsychologist Dr. Karen Wilson and Made for Math's CEO Adrianne Meldrum as we dive into all things, Diagnosing Dyscalculia! Make sure to check out Karen's podcast:https://childnexuspodcast.com/See more interviews referenced in this episode and resources here: https://mad
Interventions for Dyscalculia (Ep 6)
🤔 What is the difference between Math Tutoring and Math Intervention? 🤔 How do I know if my child needs the more targeted Multisensory Math Intervention? In 10 minutes, Made for Math's CEO Adrianne Meldrum answers these questions while exposing bandaid solutions. This video is a one-stop shop to get all you need to know about multisensory math intervention!Looking for effective intervention? See h
Multisensory Math (Ep 7)
Join Multisensory Math Instructor Marilyn Zecher and Made for Math's CEO, Adrianne Meldrum, for a 32-minute blast! -What is multisensory math? -What tools do kids need to have in their math toolbelt? -How can parents help their children in math? Looking to connect with Marilyn? Head to her website:https://multisensorymath.onlineThe answers to all these questions, plus a little more. Enjoy! See mor
Meet a Statistician with Dyscalculia (Ep 8)
Meet someone with dyscalculia, who graduated from UC Berkeley, and is a statistician! In this 30-minute discussion facilitated by Made for Math's CEO Adrianne Meldrum, Dylan Lynn shares about her life with dyscalculia. How did she advocate for herself, what strategies did she use, and what advice is there for parents who want to support their children with dyscalculia? See more interviews referenc
Factors that Contribute to Learning Difficulties in Mathematics (Ep 9)
What are common problems that students with dyscalculia have? Where do parents go if they suspect their child has dyscalculia? Sit in on this 50-minute meaningful conversation between Dr. Steve Chinn, Researcher & Math Intervention Expert, and Made for Math's CEO Adrianne Meldrum as they discuss factors contributing to poor mathematics performance. Connect with Steve Chinn: https://www.stevech
Accommodations for Dyscalculia (Ep 10)
What are math accommodations? Would you like to see some of them in action? Join Multisensory Math Specialist Matthew Lyda and Made for Math's CEO Adrianne Meldrum on a 24-minute tour of procedural, verbal, and semantic accommodations! There are some true goodies in here. Want to take our accommodations generator for a spin?Do it here 👉https://madeformath.com/accommodation...____________See more i
The 2e Dilemma (Ep 11)
What in the world is this term: 2e? The phrase tells us about this unique brain wiring where a learning disability and some form of giftedness lie within the same person (often masking each other). In this video, meet Kimberlee Joseph, a 2e advocate, and friend of Made for Math's CEO Adrianne Meldrum. In this video, they'll discuss what 2e looks like, how to advocate, and explore supporting studen
Math Anxiety - Deep Dive (Ep 12)
How does Math Anxiety manifest itself in students? How do you treat math anxiety? Grab a chair, and sit in on this 37-minute talk with Educational Therapist Kara Scanlon and Made for Math's CEO Adrianne Meldrum. See more interviews referenced in this episode and resources here:https://madeformath.com/unlocking-dys...You can subscribe to our YouTube channel for more awesomeness: https://www.youtube
Dyscalculia Screeners (Ep 13)
What are the tell-tell signs that parents can use to spot dyscalculia? Sit in on this beautiful 32-minute conversation with Dr. Anneke Schreuder and Made for Math's CEO Adrianne Meldrum as they discuss Dyscalculia Screeners. Included in this dialogue are some helpful next steps after the screening.See Dr. Schreuder's screeners here:http://www.dyscalculiascreener.orghttp://www.DyscalculiaTesting.co
Dyscalculia Resources (Ep 14)
In this video, Adrianne Meldrum shares some of her favorite resources for helping people with dyscalculia. Explore more below. Links to books coming soon!See more interviews referenced in this episode and resources here:https://madeformath.com/unlocking-dys....You can subscribe to our YouTube channel for more awesomeness: https://www.youtube.com/@MadeforMathFollow us on Facebook: / madeformath&nbs
Dyscalculia Diagnostic Creation (Ep 15)
What are the challenges in diagnosing dyscalculia? What is the Feifer Assessment of Mathematics (FAM)?How is it best used? How are diagnostics created?Sit it on this 42-minute discussion between Steven Feifer, creator of the FAM, and Made for Math's CEO Adrianne Meldrum. Want to check out the assessment for yourself? It's currently available through Par Inc. https://www.parinc.com/Products/Pkey/10
Dyscalculia & Word Problem Solving (Ep 16)
Dr. Yan Ping Xin, researcher, and COMPS creator, joins MFM CEO Adrianne Meldrum to answer this question: Why are word problems so tricky for students with dyscalculia? Sit in on this insightful conversation! Want to check out Dr. Xin's Conceptual Model Based Problem Solving program?Head to Springer to pick up the book: https://www.springer.com/gp/book/9789... Connect with Dr. Xin here:https://www.
Math Sight Facts with Professor Sharma (Ep 17)
In this video, you'll learn from Professor Mahesh C. Sharma about his method of teaching students a concept he refers to as Sight Facts. These facts are taught in a way using inherent processes all humans are born with. Come learn more about Sight Facts here:https://madeformath.com/sight-facts-s... Visit Professor Sharma's website here:https://mathematicsforall.org/
Number Sense and Subitizing (Ep 18)
Welcome to our web series, Unlocking Dyscalculia! We have 18 episodes all about dyscalculia. In this video, Made for Math's CEO Adrianne Meldrum and Professor Brian Butterworth discuss working memory, number sense, and subitizing. You'll hear an insightful conversation about navigating dyscalculia research and translating that knowledge into something useful for teachers and parents. They explore
Creative Ideas for Funding Dyscalculia Tutoring (Ep 19)
In this video, Made for Math's CEO Adrianne Meldrum and owner of Dyslexia Solutions Karee Atkinson have an enlightening conversation about getting creative when finding funding for your child's tutoring needs. Tune in to hear ways to advocate for your child with a learning disability and how to secure the financials to do so. See more interviews referenced in this episode and resources here: https
Supporting Students Behind in Numeracy (Ep 20)
Join us for an insightful discussion on supporting students in numeracy with Made for Math's CEO, Adrianne Meldrum, and Operations Manager, Heather Brand. We are thrilled to have the esteemed Dr. Eugenie Kestel as our special guest!Join us for an enriching conversation about online vs. in-person intervention and strategies to effectively teach math facts to students with learning disabilities. Con
Children's Books for Dyscalculia & Dyslexia (Ep 21)
In this video, Made for Math's CEO, Adrianne Meldrum, connects with Author and Early-Years Teacher, Bridget Mather-Scott, and her son Will to talk about their book, Gary and Maths. This children's book shows the struggles that many students with dyslexia and dyscalculia face in mathematics. Buy your copy of Gary and Maths here: https://amzn.to/45LB1WH Get your copy of Ollie-O'clock here: https://a
Dyscalculia Tools and Techniques for Educators (Ep 22)
Welcome to our web series, Unlocking Dyscalculia! We have 25+ episodes all about dyscalculia, with new additions being recorded monthly. In this video, Adrianne Meldrum, our CEO, sits down with the brilliant authors Giannis Karagiannakis and Marie-Pascale Noël to discuss their groundbreaking book "Effective Teaching Strategies for Dyscalculia and Learning Difficulties in Mathematics." Discover val
Understanding Math Fact Fluency (Ep 23)
What are some common problems that students face when trying to learn math facts? What are useful strategies for parents and teachers to help aid in math fact mastery? Tune in to this enlightening conversation between Made for Math's CEO, Adrianne Meldrum, and Assistant Professor, Corey Peltier, as they discuss math fact fluency and The Science of Math. Connect with Corey: Email coreypeltier@ou.ed
Math Vocabulary, Language, & Story Problems (Ep 24)
In this episode of our Unlocking Dyscalculia series, Adrianne and Heather are joined by Dr. Sarah Powell, Associate Professor in the Department of Special Education at the University of Texas at Austin. Dr. Powell shares her expertise in developing interventions for students with mathematics difficulties, focusing on peer tutoring, word-problem solving, math writing, and understanding the symbols
The Hungarian Ten Frame: How Pattern Recognition and Manipulatives Transform Math Education (Ep 25)
In our latest episode of the Unlocking Dyscalculia series, CEO and Founder Adrianne Meldrum, along with Operations Manager Heather Brand, sit down with Dr. Jenni Back, an author, researcher, and retired mathematics consultant. Dr. Back has spent her career exploring effective ways to teach math, including the use of manipulatives to support student understanding.In this post, we explore the power
Learning Trajectories & Subitizing: A Conversation with Dr. Douglas Clements (Ep 26)
Welcome to our web series, Unlocking Dyscalculia! We have 25+ episodes all about dyscalculia, with new additions being recorded monthly. Recently, our CEO, Adrianne Meldrum, had the privilege of interviewing Dr. Clements to dive deeper into his groundbreaking research on learning trajectories, subitizing, and why early math education is more critical than ever.Connect with Dr. Douglas Clements: ht
The Power of Explicit Instruction (Ep 27)
In this episode of Unlocking Dyscalculia, Adrianne Meldrum is joined by Dr. Zach Groshell—educator, researcher, and host of the Progressively Incorrect podcast. Zach shares powerful insights on how working memory, visuals, and carefully crafted instruction can make or break student learning—especially for those who struggle with math. We talk about the science of learning, the pitfalls of cluttere
Debunking Math Myths: Truths Every Educator Should Know (Ep 28)
In the latest episode of Unlocking Dyscalculia, Heather Brand sits down with educator and consultant Brendan Lee to explore what happens when a teacher steps outside the traditional path and rethinks how we reach students—especially those who struggle with math. Join us as we uncover common math myths and share practical strategies you can use with your students instead.To read the full blog post
Debunking Learning Styles and Embracing The Science of Learning (Ep. 30)
Unlocking Dyscalculia host Adrianne Meldrum sits down with Canadian researcher and evidence-informed learning designer Dr. Nidhi Sachdeva. Together, they sit down to explore one of the most persistent—and misleading—ideas in education: learning styles. You’ve probably heard it before (or even said it yourself): “I’m a visual learner,” or “My student needs kinesthetic learning.” But is there any tr
Math Rope: The Strands of Mathematical Proficiency (Ep 31)
Too often, math is treated as if it’s just one skill. People say things like, “I’m not a math person”—something you’d rarely hear someone say about reading. The truth is, being “good at math” is not an all-or-nothing talent you’re born with. Just like reading, math proficiency is made up of many connected skills that can be strengthened over time.In this episode of Unlocking Dyscalculia, Adrianne
The Science of Learning (Ep 29)
In this conversation, Adrianne Meldrum, CEO of Made for Math, sits down with Dr. Nathaniel Swain—teacher, instructional coach, researcher, and author of Harnessing the Science of Learning. Together, they dive into the fascinating intersections of language, cognition, and mathematics instruction.To read the full blog post and see interviews referenced in this video visit: https://madeformath.com/un
Understanding Educational Research (Ep 32)
In a recent interview with Adrianne Meldrum, Nathaniel Hansford shared his journey as an educator, teaching across multiple countries and working with students with diverse needs. From classrooms in Korea to behavioral schools in England, Nathaniel’s experiences shaped not only his approach to teaching but also his understanding of how research informs educational practices.See more interviews ref
Acadience Learning Math Assessment: Detect Dyscalculia Early and Support Every Student (Ep 33)
In this episode of Unlocking Dyscalculia, Heather Brand from Made for Math sits down with Alisa Dorman, President of Acadience Learning, to explore how curriculum-based measurement (CBM) tools can identify math learning challenges early—and help students thrive before frustration sets in.See more interviews referenced in this episode here: madeformath.com/unlocking-dyscalculia Subscribe to our You
Introduction to The Science of Learning (Ep 34)
In this episode of Unlocking Dyscalculia, Adrianne Meldrum, founder and CEO of MFM, and Heather Brand, Operations Manager, dive into a phrase many of us have heard—the science of learning. It’s become a buzzword in education, but what does it actually mean? More importantly, how does it apply to how children learn math?Looking for our Subitizing Cards? Check them out here: Subitizing Playing Cards
Jump Math + Spring Math Collaboration (Ep 35)
In this episode of the Unlocking Dyscalculia podcast, Heather Brand—our Operations Manager at Made for Math—sits down with two giants in the world of math education: Dr. John Mighton, founder of Jump Math, and Dr. Amanda VanDerHeyden, creator of Spring Math.Individually, each of them has reshaped how students learn mathematics. Now, they’re collaborating, and we get a behind-the-scenes look at how
Advocating for Students with Dyslexia and Dyscalculia (Ep 36)
In this episode of Unlocking Dyscalculia, host Adrianne Meldrum sits down with Lorraine Hightower, a dyslexia advocate, consultant, and parent whose professional mission was shaped deeply by personal experience. Their conversation centers on advocacy—what it looks like, why it matters, and how parents and teachers can work together to better support students with learning differences.Parents often
The Hidden Power of the Equal Sign (Ep 37)
When we think about math struggles, we often picture multiplication facts, fractions, or word problems. But what if one of the most common misunderstandings begins much earlier, with a symbol students see every single day?In this installment of our Unlocking Dyscalculia series, Adrianne Meldrum welcomes back Dr. Sarah Powell from UT Austin to talk about something deceptively simple: the equal sign
Math Fact Fluency: And Why Memorization Still Matters! (Ep 38)
A child stares at 8 + 7.Ten seconds pass. Then twenty.For many parents, this moment sparks a difficult question.Is my child struggling because they do not understand math, or because basic facts never became automatic?To unpack this, Heather Brand, Operations Manager at Made for Math, sat down with Dr. Brian Poncy, Professor and Director of the School Psychology Program at Oklahoma State Universit
Math Fact Fluency (Part 2): What Effective Practice Really Looks Like
In this continuation of our conversation, Heather Brand, Director of Instructional Strategy at Made for Math, sits down with Dr. Brian Poncy to explore what effective math fact practice really looks like. From flashcards and Cover-Copy-Compare to explicit timing, set size, retrieval practice, and data-based decision-making, Dr. Poncy explains why effective practice is much more than simply giving
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