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What is Twice Exceptional (2e)? Twice exceptional (2e) isn’t quite how is sounds. A twice exceptional learner is one whom not only has the potential for high achievement, but also has a learning disability of difficulty. These disabilities may include dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, auditory processing disorder, physical disabilities, autism spectrum,
What is a Problem Solving Mat? A problem solving mat is a useful teaching resource that will guide your students through the steps to problem solving. Each section of the problem solving mat matches a step in the process: How Can You Use a Problem Solving Mat? Why Teach Problem Solving?
In 1945 George Polya published the book ‘How To Solve It’ where he identified four basic principles of problem solving. Polya’s principles are a great scaffold to teach your students how to solve problems. It involves a four-step approach: Step 1: Understand the Problem Where should I start? It seems
