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English requires memorising vocabulary, staying attentive to spoken language and taking care with written work. For a pupil with ADHD, some of these tasks are difficult. However, languages also offer many ways to learn by moving and playing. Here is how to help. With varied methods, English can become an enjoyable subject.
Forgotten vocabulary, difficulty listening in class, spelling mistakes, lengthy written exercises: these difficulties are common in pupils with ADHD. These difficulties can lower the pupil’s confidence in this subject.
We detail this point in ADHD and concentration in class.
Many pupils with ADHD are comfortable speaking, spontaneous and curious. Valuing spoken expression can motivate them. Speaking activities can become a real strength.
This topic is covered in our page ADHD and motivation.
Short, repeated sessions, picture and word cards, games and apps help to retain vocabulary. Regular repetition is the key to memorisation.
You will find more details in the article ADHD and revision.
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Miming words, singing, acting out scenes, learning while walking: movement helps memorisation. These activities make learning more lively.
Our article ADHD and restlessness in class complements these tips.
Watching cartoons or series in English, listening to songs: regular exposure to the language happens effortlessly. English subtitles can also help.
To go further, see ADHD and screens.
Instructions in French if needed, extra time, oral assessment, leniency on spelling: these arrangements can be written into the PAP. These arrangements allow his or her true skills to be assessed.
The article PAP and ADHD covers this question in detail.
If the pupil also has Dyslexia, learning to write in English can be particularly difficult. Specific arrangements are then useful. An assessment can help identify these difficulties.
This point is explained step by step in ADHD or dyslexia.
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Because of memorisation, listening and writing. Speaking is often a strength.
With short sessions, cards and games. Frequent repetition helps memorisation.
Often, many pupils with ADHD are comfortable speaking. Moving helps retention.
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