This course will provide an overview of ADHD diagnosis and treatment. Course participants can expect to learn about ADHD as a developmental disorder that begins early in childhood, and participants will also learn about evidence-based approaches for diagnosing ADHD. Following that, two evidence-based treatment approaches (the Daily Report Card and Parenting Strategies) will be introduced. (Note these course activities are informational and are not intended to replace working with a licensed/trained professional).
ADHD: Everyday Strategies for Elementary Students
ADHD: Everyday Strategies for Elementary Students
Instructor: Greg Fabiano
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
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No prior experience required
Flexible schedule
8 hours to complete
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- Working With Children
- Behavior Management
- Psychiatric Assessments
- Planning
- Classroom Management
- Positive Behavior Support
- Child Development
- Instructional Strategies
- Student Engagement
- Mental Health Diseases and Disorders
- Diagnostic Tests
- Clinical Assessment
- Communication
- Parent Communication
- Teaching
- Treatment Planning
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Taught in English
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There are 4 modules in this course
This module introduces the history, course, prevalence, and associated issues important for understanding attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
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3 videos4 readings2 assignments
In this module course participants will learn about the components of an evidence-based assessment approach for diagnosing ADHD and planning treatment.
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3 videos4 readings2 assignments
This module explores the uses of an effective school-based treatment, the Daily Report Card
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4 videos5 readings2 assignments
This module presents a number of parenting strategies that are best practice for supporting youth with ADHD
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2 videos3 readings3 assignments
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Reviewed on Jun 14, 2020
The course contains many useful, practical and clear informations. As a parents of children with ADHD, I knew most of the topic which covered, but gave me more confident for what I know.
AW
Reviewed on Mar 14, 2017
This course was really enjoyable and useful. I have put in place a number of techniques and have been able to share with other member of staff many of the strategies recommended in the course.
AM
Reviewed on Oct 15, 2017
The course material and the videos/lecture were very simple and easy to understand. Every parent and teacher and counselor can make use of this. Thanks Coursera for giving such a wonderful course.
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