Online Class: Supporting Students with ADHD — Engagement and Focus Strategies

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15Lessons
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22Exams &
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4Hours
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0.4CEUs
Course Description
Imagine transforming your educational approach not just for a classroom, but for a world increasingly embracing the brilliance of neurodiversity. Welcome to "Supporting Students with ADHD: Engagement and Focus Strategies," where you embark on an enlightening journey to empower the students who need you most. This isn't just another online course; it's a vital toolkit designed to equip you with the understanding and skills to make a real difference in the lives of students with ADHD. Your connection with them will go beyond traditional teaching methods, tapping into their core strengths and turning potential challenges into tangible successes.
Picture a classroom where every student is engaged, a place buzzing with curiosity, delight, and satisfaction. The strategies you gain here will enable you to foster such an environment—a haven for all learners. But more than that, imagine yourself at the center of this positive change. You are the catalyst for profound transformation, not only for your students' academic achievements but for their personal growth as well.
It begins with a deep dive into the world of ADHD, where we unravel the complexities of neurodiversity in education. No longer will ADHD be an enigmatic barrier; instead, you will see it as a unique pathway to innovative teaching and learning. Armed with an understanding of the neurological and genetic foundations of ADHD—knowledge that bridges gaps and builds empathy—you pave the way to creating more inclusive, nurturing spaces that foster success on every front.
Feel the excitement when we talk about harnessing sensory tools and flexible seating arrangements that spark joy and curiosity in the minds of your students. These are not merely classroom modifications; they are transformative methodologies that cater to the individual needs of students who may have felt misunderstood or out of place in typical educational settings. The course will show you how to structure these environments in ways that provide stability and foster smooth transitions, allowing your students to focus deeply and engage fully, both academically and socially.
This course takes you further still. It highlights those precious moments where you can tailor learning experiences that reflect individual passions and strengths. You'll craft lessons that make learning intuitive and enjoyable—a process as engaging for you as it is for them. Through this, you build a learning ecosystem where creativity and focus not only coexist but thrive in harmony.
Your journey doesn't end here. You will acquire dynamic strategies to address emotional and attention-related challenges, blending technology and traditional insights to create adaptive educational experiences that cherish individuality. This course equips you with the tools to demolish barriers, to elevate your students' performance with empathy and understanding. Technology becomes your ally, providing opportunities for learning that are as varied and multifaceted as the students themselves.
Engagement, structure, focus—three pillars upon which this course stands—are supplemented by a lasting commitment to enhance your educational impact. We guide you in integrating movement into learning, breaking the traditional mold and proving that physical activity isn't a distraction but a building block for better concentration and emotional balance.
By the end of this course, you'll be more than just a teacher—you'll be a mentor, a guide, an advocate for those students with ADHD whose voices are often quieted by societal misunderstandings. With each lesson, your passion and purpose will grow, matching the boundless potential you will unlock in your students. This course invites you to be the change that transforms lives. Your education will never be the same, because once you discover the power of tailored strategies for students with ADHD, you'll realize this isn't just education—it's a revelation. Join us, and let's change the world one classroom at a time.
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Course Lessons
Lesson 1. Neurodiversity in Education: Tailoring Strategies for ADHD Students
Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
Assessment: Lesson 1 Review Exam
Lesson 2. Navigating ADHD Diagnosis: Differentiating Symptoms Effectively
Complete: Lesson 2 Activity
Assessment: Lesson 2 Review Exam
Lesson 3. Flexible Seating and Sensory Tools: Pioneering Inclusion in ADHD Education
Assessment: Lesson 3 Review Exam
Lesson 4. Tailored Approaches for ADHD: Evaluating Student Needs and Enhancing Focus
Complete: Lesson 4 Activity
Assessment: Lesson 4 Review Exam
Lesson 5. Focus and Flourish: Understanding ADHD in Children
Assessment: Lesson 5 Review Exam
Lesson 6. Building ADHD-Friendly Classrooms
Complete: Lesson 6 Activity
Assessment: Lesson 6 Review Exam
Lesson 7. Auditory and Visual Tech Aids: Bridging Learning Gaps in ADHD
Complete: Lesson 7 Activity
Assessment: Lesson 7 Review Exam
Lesson 8. Enhancing Engagement for Students with ADHD Through Innovative Scheduling
Complete: Lesson 8 Activity
Assessment: Lesson 8 Review Exam
Lesson 9. Tailored Approaches for ADHD: Enhancing Attention and Emotional Skills
Assessment: Lesson 9 Review Exam
Lesson 10. Exploring ADHD: Enhancing Cognitive Function in the Classroom
Complete: Lesson 10 Activity
Assessment: Lesson 10 Review Exam
Lesson 11. Routines as Anchors for Navigating ADHD
Complete: Lesson 11 Activity
Assessment: Lesson 11 Review Exam
Lesson 12. Leveraging Strengths and Interests: A Pathway to Engagement
Assessment: Lesson 12 Review Exam
Lesson 13. Peer Support as a Framework for ADHD Success
Assessment: Lesson 13 Review Exam
Lesson 14. Empowering ADHD Students Through Mindful Movement
Assessment: Lesson 14 Review Exam
Lesson 15. ADHD Student Support: Unlocking Potential Through Reflection and Adaptation
Lesson discussions: End of Course Poll; Course Comments
Assessment: Lesson 15 Review Exam
Learning Outcomes
- Define the neurological basis of ADHD, including the role of the prefrontal cortex and neurotransmitter activity, to explain its impact on student behavior.
- Identify supportive educational strategies, incorporating neuroscience insights, to enhance classroom success for students with ADHD, such as breaking tasks into smaller parts and utilizing movement-based learning.
- Demonstrate strategies for creating an inclusive learning environment for students with ADHD by implementing structured routines, minimizing distractions, and employing technology-enhanced learning tools.
- Describe the three principal behavioral indicators of ADHD—inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity—and explain how these manifest in classroom scenarios.
- Define and explain how sensory tools enhance attention regulation in students with ADHD by utilizing recent research findings.
- Demonstrate the benefits of implementing flexible seating arrangements for students with ADHD by analyzing changes in classroom engagement and academic performance.
- Demonstrate the ability to utilize behavior rating scales to assess and quantify attention and engagement challenges in students with ADHD.
- Describe personalized interventions based on individual assessments to enhance focus and learning outcomes for students with ADHD.
- Demonstrate strategies to create a supportive home environment for a child with ADHD, incorporating structure, communication, and routine.
- Define the characteristics of ADHD and explain its effect on children's learning and behavior.
- Demonstrate strategies to minimize ADHD impact through tailored interventions like promoting structured routines, engaging sensory aids, and incorporating regular physical activity breaks.
- Define environmental triggers that exacerbate ADHD symptoms in educational settings, such as sensory overload and lack of structured routines.
- Define how digital organizational tools like Trello and Microsoft To Do assist students with ADHD in managing tasks and improving focus.
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
Additional Course Information

- Document Your Lifelong Learning Achievements
- Earn an Official Certificate Documenting Course Hours and CEUs
- Verify Your Certificate with a Unique Serial Number Online
- View and Share Your Certificate Online or Download/Print as PDF
- Display Your Certificate on Your Resume and Promote Your Achievements Using Social Media

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