Lessons from Finland: FAU researcher reveals gaps in special education math instruction
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New research examines Finnish lower secondary special needs math instruction via a survey of teachers, focusing on topics taught, preparedness, and instructional practices. Teachers report high confidence overall, but gaps remain in data processing, statistics, and probability. While guided practice and feedback are common, high-impact strategies such as mastery learning, scaffolding, peer tutoring, and structured sequences are used inconsistently. Findings reveal a disconnect between preparation and classroom practice, highlighting the need for targeted training and support.
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