Helping Students with ADHD in the Age of Digital Distraction

A substantial number of students struggle with sustained attention in today’s schools, including those with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Both traditional and technology-driven strategies and tools are available to address the attention needs of students with ADHD and other studen...

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Published inPhysical disabilities : education and related services Vol. 36; no. 2; pp. 1 - 7
Main Author Hart Barnett, Juliet E
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Arlington Indiana University Press 01.01.2017
Division for Physical, Health, and Multiple Disabilities, Council for Exceptional Children
Subjects
Academic achievement
Attention
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Classroom environment
Classroom management
Classroom Techniques
Classrooms
Computer Oriented Programs
Distraction
Educational Environment
Educational Technology
Learning environment
Student Needs
Students
Sustained attention
Teachers
Teaching Methods
Technology
Technology Uses in Education
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Summary:A substantial number of students struggle with sustained attention in today’s schools, including those with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Both traditional and technology-driven strategies and tools are available to address the attention needs of students with ADHD and other students who struggle with attention in the classroom. By incorporating targeted environmental, organizational, and instructional techniques and tech apps into their everyday instructional and classroom management practices, teachers can improve the sustained attention and academic performance of all students. In doing so, teachers can create an equitable and enhanced learning environment in this age of increasing digitalization.
ISSN:2372-451X
DOI:10.14434/pders.v36i2.23913