by Cheri Dotterer | Jul 29, 2025 | Dyscalculia, Learning Disabilities, Number Sense, Occupational Therapy, Podcast
Why multisensory teaching isn’t a Tier 2 or Tier 3 strategy, it’s a Tier 1 mindset shift that changes everything. If you’ve ever watched a student shut down at the mention of division, you’re not alone. For many learners, especially those with IEPs or math anxiety,...
by Cheri Dotterer | Feb 4, 2025 | Blog Posts, Cognitive Science, Dyscalculia, Learning Disabilities, Number Sense, Occupational Therapy, Podcast, Teaching
Bridging Math and Cognitive Science Mathematics is more than numbers—it’s about thinking, problem-solving, and making connections. In Part 2 of the Staircase Problem on the Tier 1 Interventions podcast, we explored how structured problem-solving builds both math...
by Cheri Dotterer | Oct 29, 2024 | Blog Posts, Learning Disabilities, Number Sense, Podcast, Teaching
Understanding math concepts like subtraction goes beyond memorizing rules—it’s about creating core memories that deepen comprehension and allow students to apply knowledge independently. In the latest episode of Tier 1 Interventions, Cheri Dotterer and Jonily Zupancic...
by Cheri Dotterer | Oct 22, 2024 | Dyscalculia, Learning Disabilities, Motivation, Number Sense, Teaching
Experiential learning using counting has transformed what many students experience during math instruction. Many students and teachers are frustrated, leaving them confused and disengaged. In the latest Tier 1 Interventions podcast episode, Jonily Zupancic and Cheri...
by Cheri Dotterer | Sep 3, 2024 | Blog Posts, Dyscalculia, Number Sense, Occupational Therapy
In the latest Tier 1 Interventions Podcast episode, hosts Cheri and Jonily tackle one of the most challenging aspects of education: teaching mathematics to students with learning disabilities. This episode, recorded during an evening workshop, provides a deep dive...
by Cheri Dotterer | Jun 4, 2024 | Blog Posts, Dyscalculia, Motivation, Number Sense, Occupational Therapy, Podcast, Teaching
Unlock the power of visuals in math education. In our latest episode, we had an insightful conversation about the transformative role of visuals in math instruction. We explored how visuals can bridge the gap between abstract concepts and concrete understanding,...
