Recognizing and Understanding ADHD in the Classroom
These lessons provide ADHD-specific strategies educators can apply immediately to classroom instruction, routines, and learning environments.
Unlike general teacher preparation or behavior management training, the material focuses specifically on how ADHD-related executive function challenges show up in real classrooms—and how educators can adjust instruction and environments to reduce barriers at the point of performance.
Educators can earn a certificate of participation by completing these lessons.
How does it work?
- Complete a brief demographic questionnaire
- Watch 10-15 minutes of brief training videos
- Complete a short reflection and feedback survey
- Automatically receive a Certificate of Participation upon submission
Introduction to ADHD
Identify how ADHD presents unique challenges in today’s classrooms and why targeted, practical support for educators matters. (10-15 minutes)
Academic Performance and the School Environment
Learn how ADHD characteristics translate into daily classroom behaviors and academic performance. (60-65 minutes)
Designing Functional Learning Environments
Examine how the classroom setting can either support or hinder students with ADHD. Learn simple adjustments for learning spaces that set students up for success. (20-25 minutes)
Helping Students with Common Learning Challenges
Support students with some of the most common learning challenges experienced by those with ADHD. (X minutes)
Frequently Asked Questions
The information provided by CHADD’s National Resource Center on ADHD is supported by Cooperative Agreement Number NU38DD000002 funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the CDC or the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).
