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| Leo is always on the move. He is always the first to ask questions, and the last to sit down. |
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| Leo is an inquisitive and active student. He also has a tendency to be distracted, and may have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. To help Leo get the most from his time in the classroom, Ms. Ellis needs to harness Leo's inquisitive and active nature by ensuring that the activities she designs are flexible enough to capture and hold Leo's attention. |
| Technology can help! The computer is a unique environment that captures the attention of distractable students due to its immediate response and interactive nature. Students with symptoms of attention deficit of hyperactivity often need assistance organizing their time and thoughts. Teachers can use the unique environment of the digital world and specialized software to do just that. |
| Click on the links below to visit useful sites on technology strategies for kids with ADHD. I suggest opening a new window in your browser to view these sites (so you don't get lost). Simply go to FILE in your web browser, click NEW, then WINDOW. You will get a copy of this page. Go ahead and explore from there. When you are done, just close the copy window, and return to this one. |
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| Inspiration: A widely used mind mapping software that helps students go from free association diagrams to project outlines. (Free trial download) |
| Time for Kids: is an on-line news magazine for elementary school children. The layout, pictures, and explore options will appeal to children who need additional stimulation. |
| SimCity: is a free computer program that allows students to plan and build a simulated city. Not only do kids love this, but it helps develop planning and spatial relations skills. |
| Children with ADHD often have other learning disabilities. Assistive Technology can help. Want to learn more? Click here to go to the page on Assistive Technology. |
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| Where would you like to go? |
| Not ready for assistive technology yet? Want to go back to STEP 6? OK. Click here. |
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