Tips for ADD/ADHD
The following academic tips should assist you in working with students who have Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in post-secondary education. Recommended on-campus referral sources are also included.
Academic Tips for students with ADD/ADHD
Provide copies of instructor notes or PowerPoint presentations
Make your expectations clear. Say "I expect you to..."
Preferential seating can make these students more comfortable
Provide structure and routine
Give advance warning for any schedule changed
Suggest homework and notebook organizers
Give verbal reminders of assignments and test dates
More Academic Tips:
Recommend a calendaring system for homework and study
Break down multi-step assignments into small parts
Accurately define any problems
Design workable solutions together dates
Evaluate the results and make modifications
Record meetings outside of class to improve memory retention
Be tolerant of frequent visits, questions and concerns
CGCC Referral Sources: