Math

Options for supporting students in the mathematics classroom are varied based on the needs of the student. Materials need to be provided in accessible formats for successful implementation. This may include options such as adapted paper for math or digital options for students to use on a Chromebook. Alternate options for math may be required when the student demonstrates needs in the following areas: fine motor, decoding, language as well as organization.

Student struggles with language of mathematics	Use text-to-speech for all math assignments so that the student can focus on mathematical thinking without struggling with decoding. Support math vocabulary with multiple representations and explicit vocabulary instruction. Many of our curricular tools are in PDFs. Below are methods to support students using technology in PDFs and in Google Docs.  Using Math Tools in PDFs with Kami: Quick Guide: Using Assistive Technology Tools in Kami with PDFs for Math Quick Guide: How to Assign a PDF to Students Using Kami PDFs Using Math Tools in a Google Doc: Quick Guide: Installing and Using the Read&Write for Google Toolbar Quick Guide: Supporting Vocabulary with Read&Write for Google
Student’s handwriting is messy	Teach students to use an electronic means to represent math. Students need consistent practice using electronic tools to achieve mastery with the tool therefore it should be included as part of daily instruction. Quick Guide: Equation editor options in chrome Quick Guide: Graphing tools Quick Guide: Graphing tool--Desmos Graphing Calculator Quick Guide: Graphing tool--GeoGebra Graphing Calculator Quick Guide: Drawing tools in Google Docs and Slides Quick Guide Using Google Drawings with Math Tasks Using tables to support math organization Math speech to text with Equations
Manipulating math tools	Online math tools can provide students with alternate ways of interacting with math ideas and concepts when they can’t physically participate. Additionally there are some hands-on alternatives for students who cannot physically manipulate math tools. Quick Guide: Hands on Math tools adaptations   Links to free math tools for graphing, geometry, 3D, and more! Geogebra Sketchometry.org Mathpad Construction Tool Desmos Graphing Calculator
Decoding	Students who struggle with decoding may need reading support in math. Students need familiarity with math symbols. When teachers develop their resources and materials using an equation editor there is consistency with the mathematical symbols which support students with decoding needs. Students may also need support with navigating through word problems as they read. Utilizing the highlighting tools can help students organize their thoughts to problem solve. Quick Guide: Equation editor options in chrome Quick Guide: Installing and Using the Read&Write for Google Toolbar Quick Guide: Highlighting Tools options in chrome