maths mastery™ programme

Can dyslexia/dyscalculia be cured?  
Dyslexia/dyscalculia is not a disease that needs curing. It is a different way of thinking and learning, which can pose problems when symbols such as letters and numerals are encountered.  The challenges can, however, be corrected through the tools and solutions provided within a Davis™ Programme.
How is the Davis™ method different from other approaches?
  • The Davis Maths Mastery™ Programme addresses the root cause of dyslexia/maths challenges.
  • It corrects the learning disability using the individual's strengths, thinking and learning style. 
  • It allows dyslexic students to create meaning for themselves, rather than using rote exercises.
  • It is drug free, allowing individuals to take control of their learning without the use of medications. 
  • And best of all, it is fun!

What are the key aspects of the Davis Maths Mastery programme?
The two major components of the Davis Dyslexia Correction Programme are:

Davis Orientation Counseling™
This allows individuals to perceive accurately and to turn off the thought processes that cause misperceptions.

Davis Symbol Mastery™ and Concept Mastery™
Davis Symbol Mastery enables the picture thinker to create meaning for themselves using a visual approach. Using clay the individual masters important life concepts such as change, consequence, cause and effect, time, sequence, and order/disorder.  Once these concepts have been mastered, the individual works through the various functions of mathematics through a visual and meaning based approach, using the medium of clay. 

Will the programme be tailored to the needs of the individual? 
Absolutely. The facilitator works with the individual (and the parents if appropriate) in order to develop a personalised programme. 

Who can benefit from a Davis Maths Mastery Programme?
Adults or children over the age of eight years.  The individual must be motivated to complete the programme for themselves, not to please someone else.

Can the Davis method help solve many types of learning problems?
Yes. The Davis methods incorporate programmes and strategies to address:
  • Dyslexia
  • Autism / ASD
  • Aspergers
  • Dyspraxia
  • Dysgraphia (handwriting problems)
  • Dyscalculia (math problems)
  • ADD (attention deficit disorder) / ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder)
  • Motor co-ordination difficulties
  • Auditory or visual processing difficulties
  • Difficulties with time, sequence and order
  • Difficulties with life and relating to others

What can a client expect to gain from a Maths Mastery programme?
  • The ability to recognise and correct disorientations.
  • The ability to become and remain focused.
  • The ability to control energy and stress levels.
  • The ability to eliminate confusions with mathematical concepts and symbols.
  • Increased self-confidence and ability in maths
  • An effective method of learning that can be used throughout life to suit their learning style.
  • Increase in self esteem.

What happens after a programme? 
The individual needs to master a list of math trigger (non-picture) words in order to eliminate the confusion (blank pictures) associated with them.  Follow-up support is also included as part of the programme.

Where do you provide your programmes from?
Melanie works from her premises in Halswell, Christchurch.  Most individual programmes will take place there.  However, she is more than happy to consider traveling to provide a programme – around New Zealand or overseas.

What is my next step?
If you have any further questions or are interested in finding out more about the Davis Programmes or general tutoring, please contact Melanie Curry from Optimum Learning to discuss a programme or book your no-obligation, free Initial Consultation.

Answers to FAQs that relate to the Davis Programmes are derived from material originally published on www.dyslexia.com © DDAI - used with permission.