Teaching strategies
How should the teacher's classroom be set up for a student with ADHD
What is Organized and structured
What is the most common style of learning for a child with ADHD
hands-on or kinesthetic
Is this a mental health disorder or a behavioral disorder.
It is both.
How can you grab the attention of a child during a lesson?
Ask the child to repeat what was said or allow them to give their input on the topic.
What learning disorder can be caused from having ADHD
Dyslexia
What does ADHD stand for?
attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
Children with ADHD must have constant positive ____________ and _____________
What is feedback and attention
These kids can be easily _________ and have several incomplete assignments because they’ve stopped on one to start another.
distracted
ADHD can cause higher levels of __________ and ________ behaviors.
hyperactive and impulsive
True or False? Teachers should not adjust their lessons for children with ADHD
False
What are some ways ADHD can affect learning.
Answers vary from: child to have difficulty completing assignments or remembering to turn them in. These kids can be easily distracted and have several incomplete assignments because they’ve stopped on one to start another. Another effect is that the child can’t seem to sit still, they blurt out answers in class without raising their hand, don’t finish his homework, and daydream when the teacher gives instructions.
What percent of people inherit ADHD
90 percent
Answers can range from:
Give frequent breaks, Promote play time, Encouraging class participation, Provide hands-on learning opportunities such as writing their answers on the board or conducting science experiments, Allow for movement, Use positive peer models, Provide visual reminders
True or False? Children with ADHD have an easier way of learning.
False. (they actually need accomodations to help them learn)
What are the three supposed causes of ADHD
genetics, biological and chemicals