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In response to the high level of demand for specialist training in supporting dyslexic and dyscalculic students with the mathematical and statistical elements of their HE and FE level courses, Loughborough University has setup a new Post graduate Certificate in Mathematics Support for Students with Dyslexia and Dyscalculia in HE/FE.

This course will be the first that aims to address this need, and will be aimed at both Mathematics, Science and Engineering graduates wishing to teach students with Specific Learning Difficulties, and specialist teachers who are involved in supporting students with SpLDs with study skills in Mathematics. The design of the course aims to ensure that both groups have the opportunity to discuss and share expertise, but also to learn skills separately where appropriate.

The course is offered in four ‘blocks’ of taught sessions at Loughborough University. The remainder of the studies will be undertaken via guided independent study and teaching practice.

Download document for further details.

Or Contact PG Cert Course Administrator, English Language Study Unit, Loughborough University, Loughborough, LE11 3TU.

Email: pgcert@lboro.ac.uk

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