Semester Credits: 3 Cost: $420.00
This course is designed for K-12 teachers and support staff who are interested in discovering strategies that help students affected by attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. This course defines the symptoms and characteristics of ADD/ADHD, offers strategies for use within the classroom and with parents, and discusses the role of temperament traits in the behavior of children with ADD/ADHD. Theories of child development, models for behavioral assessment, intervention strategies, and evaluation techniques are also discussed. A first-hand account, written by a student with ADHD, is also included in this course. Goals • Understand the symptoms, characteristics and treatment of ADD/ADHD • Discuss common assumptions of the ADD/ADHD paradigm • Delineate strategies to empower students with ADHD. • Develop strategies for use within the classroom to address the behavioral and academic needs of ADHD students. • Develop an action plan for the ADD/ADHD child • Develop strategies to better communicate with parents.
This course is applicable towards the following certificate(s):*Inclusive Classroom Teaching*Motivation and Classroom Management Visit our Certificates page for more information.
Professional development courses for teachers. Top Reasons to Enroll Online! * Easy, self-paced platform* Freedom to work on your course where Internet is available* Requires only basic computer skills* No papers or handouts to accidentally lose* Receive books and/or DVDs in the mail* Quicker turnaround time for grades* Online Chat available* Ability to print coursework for your records at anytime
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