Appendix A Supplemental: Toolbox of Strategies Classroom strategies should address the needs of students with inattentive, hyperactive, or combination type ADHD. Environmental considerations Physical environment Seating considerations proximity to teacher, away from distractions, distance between student – desks Organized classroom supplies should be clearly labeled and well organized, avoid distracting – items in the classroom, Structure and Organization Assignment Considerations homework and assignment notebook, color coded folders, extra set – of textbooks at home Time Management consideration - calendars, visual checklist, timers Instructional considerations Written Assignments Assignments should be broken into shorter and manageable segments Students should be provided with graphic organizers prior to writing Giving Directions Number of directions should be minimal Directions should be provided in steps Deconstructing Tasks Extra time to complete tasks Allow for breaks Shorten Assignments Limit amount of work on page Test Taking Extended time for test
Appendix A Supplemental: Toolbox of Strategies Classroom strategies should address the needs of students with inattentive, hyperactive, or combination type ADHD. Environmental considerations Physical environment Seating considerations – proximity to teacher, away from distractions, distance between student desks Organized classroom – supplies should be clearly labeled and well organized, avoid distracting items in the classroom, Structure and Organization Assignment Considerations – homework and assignment notebook, color coded folders, extra set of textbooks at home Time Management consideration - calendars, visual checklist, timers Instructional considerations Written Assignments Assignments should be broken into shorter and manageable segments Students should be provided with graphic organizers prior to writing Giving Directions Number of directions should be minimal Directions should be provided in steps Deconstructing Tasks Extra time to complete tasks Allow for breaks Shorten Assignments Limit amount of work on page Test Taking Extended time for test
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