I was an educator for nearly 15 years before I realized that I gravely misunderstood the needs of a large portion of my students.
It wasn’t until I learned that my own son has ADHD — and began reading research, participating in webinars, and networking with professionals and other parents of kids with ADHD — that I realized that I wasn’t the only teacher who lacked foundation knowledge of the condition, its symptoms, and effective strategies.I have since found that, whether diagnosed or just showing ADHD-like traits, atypical students can benefit from some simple classroom additions and teaching strategies.
These learning strategies do not require formal documentation, and they will likely help all types of learners!When teaching children with ADHD, keep in mind that long-term goals are often overwhelming.
Waiting until the report card to come home each 10 or 12 weeks is a daunting prospect for a child who needs frequent accolades and affirmations.