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🧠 The Triple Code: How Our Brain Processes Numbers 🔁 Did you know that our brain uses three distinct systems to perceive and manipulate numerical information? This triple code helps us understand how the brain processes quantities, symbols, and number words. Each of these systems involves different brain regions: 🔢 Quantity Representation: The intraparietal sulcus (IPS) is involved in understanding concrete magnitudes. This system allows us to intuitively estimate and compare quantities. 🟰 Symbolic Representation: The visual regions process numerical symbols, such as digits (1, 2, 3) and mathematical signs (+, -). 🗣 Verbal Representation: Language-related areas associate number words, like "five," or operations, like "times," with quantities. ✨ Why does it matter? Mathematical thinking relies on integrating these three systems. Early on, we intuitively estimate small quantities, but experience strengthens these connections, supporting complex operations and abstract concepts. ➡️ Estimating and verifying quantities: Show a group of objects briefly (e.g., 7 blocks) and ask the child to estimate the number, then verify by counting and writing the corresponding digit. ➡️ Associating words with quantities and symbols: Have the child listen to a number (e.g., “ten”), find the card with that digit, and place the corresponding number of objects. ➡️ Comparing magnitudes with symbols: Present two groups of objects (e.g., 5 and 8 apples) and ask which is larger. Then, represent it using numbers and symbols ("5 < 8") and verbalize: "5 is smaller than 8." ➡️ Matching games: Prepare cards with quantities (e.g., 6 dots), a digit (6), and a word ("six"). The child groups the cards, manipulates objects, and verbalizes their choices. ✨ Providing varied experiences from an early age strengthens mathematical foundations for lasting and motivating learning. ✨ Last but not least, the Magrid program has already integrated these types of activities. Reference : Elgavi, O., Hamo, P. Math on the Brain: Seven Principles from Neuroscience for Early Childhood Educators. Early Childhood Educ J (2024).

📢 Magrid in the News in Curaçao! 🇨🇼🎉 A recent news article highlighted how Curaçao celebrated International Mathematics Day with engaging, hands-on activities—combining pizza, digital tools, and outdoor learning to make math accessible and fun! 🍕📱🌿 At Fundashon Atventista Koraalspecht, students explored fractions by dividing homemade pizzas into halves, thirds, and quarters, while Magrid helped them strengthen their numerical skills in an inclusive and interactive way. The best part? More schools from the foundation will soon implement Magrid, expanding access to inclusive and engaging math education for even more students! 🚀✨ We are grateful for the continued support of the Ministry of Education of Curaçao, including Minister Sithrey van Heydoorn, Samira Saab (Chair of Digitalization of Education Curaçao), Nicole Wever (Co-chair of Digitalization), Cindy do Rego (First Advisor to the Minister of Education), and Nihayra Leona (Director of the school board). Your commitment to innovative and inclusive learning is making a real difference! A huge thank you to our partners at Quadrian, especially Karim Palmieri and Jorge Alberto Diaz Rivera, for their dedication to this project. We love seeing how schools in Curaçao are embracing both practical and digital learning to support children's development. 🌍✨ 🔗 https://lnkd.in/d6fCE_Hd #Magrid #InclusiveEducation #MathematicsForAll #DigitalLearning #Curacao #EdTech

✨ What to do against math anxiety? 🧮  Math anxiety is an emotional response that occurs when thinking about or performing math tasks. This issue can appear as early as primary school 👦👧 and affect not only academic performance but also the emotional well-being of children 📉. That’s why early interventions are essential to help children approach math with confidence and serenity throughout their school journey 💪🏽. ✨ Some effective interventions against math anxiety: ✅ Cognitive-Behavioral Interventions: ➡️ Objective: Support children in managing negative thoughts and reducing stress. ➡️ Cognitive restructuring techniques: For example, when a student thinks, "I’m not good at math," they are encouraged to reframe it as, "I can get better with practice." ➡️ Relaxation and mindfulness exercises: Introduced before assessments to help lower stress levels and improve focus. ✅Math skills-focused programs:  ➡️Objective: Strengthen students' math foundations to boost their confidence in their abilities.  ➡️Approach: Provide progressive exercises suited to each student's level, such as interactive games to review multiplication tables or fun activities to understand fractions.  ✅Combined emotional and academic approaches:  ➡️Objective: Combine emotion management strategies with stimulating educational activities.  ➡️Approach: For example, workshops can help students recognize and manage their stress related to math. Engaging interactive activities could include solving problems in teams or using attractive visual aids.  👉🏼 The earlier interventions are implemented, the greater the benefits for their academic journey 🚀. 🌟 Together, let’s help children overcome anxiety and approach math with joy! 🌟 Reference :  Balt, M., Börnert-Ringleb, M., & Orbach, L. (2022, February). Reducing math anxiety in school children: A systematic review of intervention research. In Frontiers in Education (Vol. 7, p. 798516). Frontiers Media SA.

🌍 Magrid: A Global Movement for Inclusive Education! 🚀📚 We’re beyond thrilled to see Magrid making an impact all around the world! From Curaçao to Colombia, Laos, Vietnam, Peru, and beyond, Magrid is being embraced as an inclusive, language-free learning solution, breaking down barriers in education and giving every child the opportunity to thrive. Our journey has been fueled by a simple yet powerful mission: to make high-quality math education accessible to all children, regardless of language, background, or learning needs. Seeing Magrid adapted across different countries and cultures is a testament to its universal potential. 💡✨ This global expansion wouldn’t be possible without the dedication of teachers, parents, ministries of education, and partners who believe in the power of inclusive learning. Your trust and collaboration drive us forward every day! 🚀 As Magrid continues to grow, we remain committed to fostering equal learning opportunities and empowering children worldwide. The future of education is inclusive, innovative, and borderless—and we’re just getting started! 🌟 #Magrid #GlobalEducation #InclusiveLearning #BreakingBarriers #EducationForAll #MathForEveryone #EdTech #InnovationInEducation

✨The Importance of a Rich Reading Environment at Home for Dyslexic Children ✨  📚 A rich reading environment at home can turn dyslexia challenges into learning opportunities. Here’s how you can support your child:  1️⃣ Create Positive Reading Routines 💕: Even short daily reading sessions, like 5 to 10 minutes, can build a lasting habit. Read together in the evening to associate reading with enjoyment and make it a comforting ritual.  2️⃣ Make Books Accessible and Appealing 📖: Provide adapted books such as those with specific fonts like OpenDyslexic, illustrated texts, or short stories. Interactive tools like audiobooks or e-readers can also help reduce pressure while immersing your child in stories. To spark their interest, select books related to their passions.  3️⃣ Encourage Interaction Around Books 💬: Ask simple questions about the stories ("What do you think will happen next?") or encourage them to summarize the story in their own words. Boost creativity by inviting them to draw a character or imagine a sequel to the story.  ⚠️ Avoid Overloading! Too much reading can tire and discourage your child. Choose short, engaging activities that enhance their skills without overwhelming them.  🌟 Every small step matters. Celebrate progress, value their efforts, and turn reading into a shared adventure. This approach helps your child gain confidence and enjoy the process of reading. 🌟  #Dyslexia #PositiveReading #Parenting #LearningTogether References : Wen, W., Zhang, X., Wu, K., Guan, L., Huang, A., Liang, Z., ... & Huang, Y. (2024). Association between parenting styles and dyslexia in primary school students: the mediating role of home literacy environment. Frontiers in Psychology, 15, 1382519. https://lnkd.in/g5Jc2tUw

Last week, Prince Louis de Nassau of Luxembourg, our Head of Neurodiversity, and our founder, Dr. Tahereh Pazouki, Ph.D, had the honor of speaking at the "Société Inclusive – Droits Éducatifs" conference at the University of Luxembourg. This inspiring event, organized by the Service National de l’Éducation Inclusive (SNEI), brought together experts and changemakers to discuss the right to inclusive education. 💡📚 Prince Louis of Luxembourg shared his personal journey as a dyslexic individual, emphasizing the power of resilience and support in overcoming learning challenges. As a strong advocate for inclusive education, Prince Louis continues to champion Magrid’s mission of revolutionizing early learning through inclusive and accessible education. 🚀 At Magrid, we believe every child deserves an equal opportunity to thrive and succeed—regardless of learning differences. 💙 Moments like these reaffirm our commitment to breaking barriers and creating a more inclusive world for all learners. 🌟 📸 @courgrandducale | @uni.lu #InclusiveEducation #EdTech #Luxembourg  #Magrid #LearningForAll #EducationMatters #DyslexiaAwareness #Accessibility #InnovationInEducation

Mathematical Anxiety: An Invisible Barrier for Many Students 😰 Mathematical anxiety is an aversive emotional reaction that occurs at the thought of approaching or doing math. It can hinder performance 📉, even in students who excel in other areas, and becomes even more pronounced when faced with complex or time-limited task ⏱️. 🧠Research has shown that in individuals affected by this anxiety, brain regions associated with the perception of threat and pain are activated even before starting a math task. This proves that mathematical anxiety is a real neurophysiological response, not just a feeling of discomfort. By disrupting working memory, an essential cognitive function in mathematics, this anxiety interferes with how we process and retain information, making problem-solving more difficult. This creates a vicious cycle: the more anxious the student is, the worse their performance becomes, which in turn increases their anxiety. To help students better manage their anxiety and improve their performance, strategies for emotional management and memory enhancement are being considered. Understanding this anxiety is crucial for finding effective solutions and supporting those who struggle with it. 🌟 #MathematicalAnxiety #Education #Neuroscience #Support #Learning References: Maki, K. E., Zaslofsky, A. F., Codding, R., & Woods, B. (2024). Math anxiety in elementary students: Examining the role of timing and task complexity. Journal of school psychology, 106, 101316. https://lnkd.in/g4yX2K2h Lau, N. T. T., Ansari, D., & Sokolowski, H. M. (2024). Unraveling the interplay between math anxiety and math achievement. Trends in cognitive sciences, 28(10), 937–947. https://lnkd.in/giTkmbmZ.

Last week, Prince Louis de Nassau of Luxembourg, our Head of Neurodiversity, and our founder, Dr. Tahereh Pazouki, Ph.D, had the honor of speaking at the "Société Inclusive – Droits Éducatifs" conference at the University of Luxembourg. This inspiring event, organized by the Service National de l’Éducation Inclusive (SNEI), brought together experts and changemakers to discuss the right to inclusive education. 💡📚 Prince Louis of Luxembourg shared his personal journey as a dyslexic individual, emphasizing the power of resilience and support in overcoming learning challenges. As a strong advocate for inclusive education, Prince Louis continues to champion Magrid’s mission of revolutionizing early learning through inclusive and accessible education. 🚀 At Magrid, we believe every child deserves an equal opportunity to thrive and succeed—regardless of learning differences. 💙 Moments like these reaffirm our commitment to breaking barriers and creating a more inclusive world for all learners. 🌟 📸 @courgrandducale | @uni.lu #InclusiveEducation #EdTech #Luxembourg  #Magrid #LearningForAll #EducationMatters #DyslexiaAwareness #Accessibility #InnovationInEducation

🧠The Mental Number Line: A Map of Numbers 🧠📍 Did you know that our brain creates a mental number line to organize numbers? This imaginary line places smaller numbers on the left and larger numbers on the right. Its orientation can vary depending on language and culture. For example, in Arabic-speaking cultures where writing flows from right to left, this number line may be reversed. However, regardless of its orientation, previous studies have widely confirmed the spatial nature of this mental representation (see the article in the reference).  💡Why is it important? The mental number line is essential for understanding the order of numbers (ordinality). It also makes calculations easier: imagining a movement to the left or right along this line helps solve addition and subtraction problems intuitively.  📊 Practical activities to strengthen this skill: Elgavi and colleagues reported  recently that activities based on the mental number line can improve children’s math skills, including those who struggle, such as children with dyscalculia.  ✨ Here are some fun and concrete activity ideas to try: ➡️ Playing hopscotch 👣: Invite children to jump from one numbered square to another based on a calculation or given number, visualizing movement along the number line.   ➡️ Placing numbers on a rope or a ruler🪢: Invite children to associate each number with a specific location, strengthening their understanding of order.   ➡️ Creating a number line to complete 🔢: Encourage children to visualize the gaps between numbers by filling in missing values.   ➡️ Sorting and classifying objects, such as sticks, blocks, or beads to represent numerical sequences.  ✨ By strengthening the mental number line through playful activities, children can then develop a more intuitive understanding of numbers, making math more engaging and accessible. ✨  Good news: the Magrid educational program already offers specific exercises designed to help children develop their understanding of the spatial position of numbers. Reference : Elgavi, O., Hamo, P. Math on the Brain: Seven Principles from Neuroscience for Early Childhood Educators. Early Childhood Educ J (2024). https://lnkd.in/ddvcq3HW

🌟 Exciting Developments for Magrid in Laos! 🇱🇦 We are thrilled to share that the Magrid team recently visited Laos to explore the potential implementation of Magrid Learning Solutions, with the incredible support of LuxDev. 🤝 LuxDev’s impactful work, in Laos focuses on enhancing educational access and quality across the region. Their dedication to driving transformative change perfectly aligns with our mission, and we are grateful for their partnership. 🙏 We witnessed firsthand the substantial work LuxDev, Francois Guegan and his entire team are doing, and we’re excited about the potential for Magrid to contribute to this important mission. 🌱💪 During our visit, we had the privilege of meeting with the Ministry of Education, and the University in Laos to gain insights into the educational landscape 🎓 and to discuss how our solutions can complement their initiatives.  Engaging with school directors, teachers, and local authorities, we learned about the unique challenges faced by various schools, from isolated communities to resource-rich environments. Key concerns included rising dropout rates, decreased student performance, and a shortage of qualified teachers. 📉 Our commitment to sustainability shines through in our comprehensive teacher training programs, designed to empower educators with the skills needed to create inclusive learning environments for all students, including those with learning disabilities and neurodiversity challenges. 🌱💪 Through this collaborative effort, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality, equitable, and inclusive education in Laos. 📚 Together, we can cultivate a culture of curiosity and lifelong learning for the children of Laos. 🌈✨ Stay tuned as we embark on this important journey toward a brighter educational future! 🚀 Thank you to Quadrian and Karim Palmieri for their valuable contributions!🙏✨ #Magrid #Education #Laos #LuxDev #EdTech #Inclusion #Sustainability #TeacherTraining Tahereh Pazouki, Ph.DUniversity of Luxembourg Incubator and Entrepreneurship Programme Luxembourg-City Incubator House of Startups Luxembourg (HoST) The LHoFT - Luxembourg House of Financial Technology Silicon Luxembourg Luxinnovation GIE Paperjam European Investment Bank (EIB) Charles Meyer Ali Paksima, MBA Patrícia Souza (She/Her) Edgar Jaber Kuri Jon Wettack Yasmine Calil Soundouss Bouhia Keltoum Zniber Louis de Nassau Shaping Impact Group Courtney Fingar MIT Solve Impact Europe EdTech Impact Juan Felipe Rivas Barona Natalia Kucirkova @