Mathematics Instruction

Difficulties in mathematics shape the school careers of many learners with learning disabilities just as strongly as problems with reading and writing. We investigate approaches that can be implemented in class with manageable effort, such as mnemonic techniques for multiplication facts, graphic organisers for word problems and video-based learning.

Team: Prof. Dr. Matthias Grünke, Dr. Anne Barwasser

Selected publications

• Grünke, M., Braunwarth, I., Connelly, V., & Barwasser, A. (2025). The effects of the pegword method on the multiplication skills of students with math difficulties. Education and Treatment of Children, 48(1), 55–65. https://doi.org/10.1007/s43494-024-00146-9