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  Case: Hyperactive and Social Student
John is a student in a fourth grade classroom who just can't seem to pay attention in class for long spans of time. You know that from observing him work he is a bright student but he is always trying to circumvent having to do classwork by socializing or vying for your attention. What are some ways that you could help him to focus more in a positive way?
Solution: (Rates are posted for this solution!)
You can allow him to have breaks scheduled into his day where he can get up and move around. Maybe try to use a behavior chart with him on his desk, he can get a sticker for each part of the day if he can stay on task and pay attention. If he is able to behave all day he can get something from the treasure box. As he gets better you can scale it back so that if he is good all week he can get something on Fridays or receive extra free time. Although, he also could need more of a challenge because the work might be a bit too easy for him to do.
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I feel this is an effective answer.
Rated On: October 18, 2015 2:37 am
Rated By: aqaWuR
 
     
     
  Rating
The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: Breaks will help the student use his energy and get back on task. Behavior charts help redirect the student to more positive behaviors, like completing work.
Rated On: October 11, 2016 10:21 pm
Rated By: pyGyga
 
     
     
  Rating
The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I agree. If he has scheduled breaks, he might be more motivated to stick it out during work time and wait until he knows he can move around and burn his energy.
Rated On: October 9, 2017 3:17 am
Rated By: aLuruz
 
     
     
  Rating
The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I agree with this! breaks are a great incentive to push through the hard days.
Rated On: October 18, 2020 9:14 pm
Rated By: aqyZuR