-
Step 1
Help them with study skills. Because of their distractibility, these students are frequently not prepared for tests. If you can help them discover their style of learning, their chances for success will soar. Do he need to read his textbook aloud? Should she tape lectures and listen to them while she runs? Flash cards are great for kids with ADHD. Have your child make his own, and this will be a study aid, too.
-
Step 2
Encourage your teen to read all the directions on the test first. Many times, ADHD students start taking the test before figuring out what they need to do.
-
Step 3
Assist him in budgeting her test time. If she has 30 minutes and there are three essay questions, she doesn't need to spend 20 minutes on the first question. Make sure she has a watch, or there is a clock in the classroom. If necessary, consult with your child's school about taking untimed tests.
-
Step 4
Explain the importance of checking his work, particularly on math tests. Careless addition and subtraction can lead to a bad grade. Explore the possiblity of the teacher giving partial credit for knowing the concept, even if there are careless errors.
-
Step 5
Work with your child and her school on finding ways to increase test taking success. Many school administrators and teachers are willing to try alternative solutions, such as doing a test aloud, rather than written. You won't know if you don't ask.
