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To keep child’s attention focussed make learning fun. Seat the child away from doors and windows to avoid distraction. If the child gets off track, give a calm reminder, redirecting in a calm but firm voice.Try keeping your instructions extremely brief, allowing the child to complete one step and then come back to find out what they should do next.
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Design the work for hyperactive students differently, keep the work according to what kind of learner the child is? Generally hyperactive students as kinaesthetic learners so keeping them occupied with some task where they involve themselves to do the task is helpful.
Also, keep plan B ready for these students that if they finish their work what should they do? Jigsaw puzzles served best help for me during my class for some students to keep them occupied after their work. -
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We do find a number of hyperactive students in class who are ever eager to put their hand up, interrupt during the class activity which certainly disrupts the flow of the class but at the same time, I feel, these students also help in breaking the monotony of the class as sometimes it is only the teacher speaking and the learners are quiet.
Yes, when it becomes more than necessary, it needs to be curbed. Here, I feel, having a discussion with the student, giving a very attentive ear to the child does curb his urge to speak when not required as it is usually seen that most of these students are attention seekers and only wish to be heard and noticed. -
Make them monitor the class and lead the class. I always bridge a hyperactive student and an inactive student together and let them monitor the class effectively after completing their tasks. this builds confidence in the inactive student and also keeps the hyperactive one busy, while both develops their management skills.
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Engaging hyperactive children in class can be challenging but effective with the right strategies. Here are some approaches:
Incorporate movement: Allow for short, structured physical activities to channel energy, such as brain breaks or stretching.
Use hands-on activities: Provide interactive and tactile learning experiences like puzzles, crafts, or experiments to maintain focus.
Break tasks into smaller steps: Simplify assignments by dividing them into manageable parts to reduce overwhelm.
Provide clear, concise instructions: Keep directions straightforward and repeat if necessary to ensure understanding.
Use positive reinforcement: Praise good behavior or completion of tasks to encourage focus and self-control.
Incorporate technology and games: Utilize educational apps or learning games that engage them actively while focusing on the material.
Flexible seating options: Allow standing desks, sitting on exercise balls, or moving around as needed to help them stay comfortable.
Structured routines: Create a consistent, predictable class structure to help manage expectations and reduce anxiety.
Peer support: Pair hyperactive students with a peer who can model calm behavior or assist with tasks.
Engage multiple senses: Use visual aids, auditory cues, and kinesthetic learning to keep students engaged in multiple ways.
These strategies help harness their energy positively and keep them engaged in learning.
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