Teachers need to have a lot of patience, be consistent and creative in their teaching methods.
ADHD students can be disruptive in the classroom but teachers should handle the ADHD student discretely so as not to harm his self-esteem in front of the rest of the class. Teachers of ADHD students need to consider seating arrangements; the method of teaching and ways to help the student remain organized
ADHD in the Classroom: Effective Intervention Strategies
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- Establish private signals between the teacher and ADHD student to remind him to refocus, write things down, etc. His self-esteem can be preserved and the rest of the class remain undisturbed by not having to bringing attention to his behavior in front of the whole class.
- Give the hardest assignments at times when the ADHD student finds it easiest to focus – usually in the morning.
- Use cognitive behavior strategies such as stopping and counting to 10 before responding or taking a moment to think before answering a question or task.
- Establish clear rules in the classroom so that expectations are clear and appropriate behavior is understood.
Behavior Plans for Students with ADHD
The aim of a behavior plan is to modify negative behavior and reward positive behavior. Choose a specific behavior that you would like to change and a specific positive behavior you would like to reward.
Make the goal of the behavior plan clear to the ADHD student. Make time each day to review the behavior plan and give feedback. The teacher can use various methods of implementing the behavior plan such as checklists, rewards and consequences, clocks and timers, and establishing a routine.
Effective Teaching Strategies Students ADHD PDF
It is a good idea to decide on your teaching strategy and be consistent. Perhaps even download a copy of your teaching plan on PDF. There are many different strategies for teaching ADHD students. First, evaluate the student’s personal and specific challenges and needs. Then you will be able to choose the teaching strategies that best suit him.
