JOURNAL ARTICLE

Academics don't define real-world abilities.

  • Published In: Fine Homebuilding, 2023, n. 313. P. 78 1 of 3

  • Database: Applied Science & Technology Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: LÉGER, DEJAH 3 of 3

Abstract

Here's my not-so-humble brag: This week, I calculated a lumber takeoff, squared my foundation by finding the hypotenuse of a giant right triangle, did layout for my framing down to 1/8 in., and headed off several structural issues by running some "mental images" based on the current math. Using math on the job site My job-site math competence didn't happen overnight, however. I have dyscalculia, a learning disorder sometimes called "math dyslexia", which means I can't calculate even basic equations in my head. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Fine Homebuilding. 2023/02, Issue 313, p78
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Biography
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:1096360X
  • Accession Number:160954105
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