Can we use software programs to teach an ADD child?
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Yes you can.  Many kids with ADD are very motivated to learn using computer programs and various forms of computer technology.  Actually you can use just about anything to teach any child - it all depends on the child's interests.  There is considerable evidence that kids with ADD can pay attention and focus much longer when they are working at things that interest them, and computers seem to interest them greatly.  My advice would be to use whatever captivates them.
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You can put yourself is the 'admin' of the computer, and your daugthers are just user.\nAlso, even if you don't let them at home, they can still do it in school.\nSo may be you can think of some other method?
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It is up to you what you teach. A child upto certain age can learn\nupto15 languages simultaneously. i feel a child is born very intelligent.Repetition of any study material will make him very intelligent. i suggest whatever you see speak to him.e.g. observing the colours around him,sounds of animals ,birds, ambulance, fire engine etc... more you talk more he will learn. Take him to the vegetable vendor,grocer, super market show him everythig there after a few days you will be amazed to see him showing U.Same rule applies to Maths also .
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Let your child watch the "Multiplication Rock" series of the old "Schoolhouse Rock" videos.  They are easy to get on DVD and are reasonably priced.\n\nThe animations, songs and little tidbits of information they share in the videos are fun to watch and some of the tunes manage to get "stuck in your head" (which is good for remembering).\n\nI recall remembering a lot of the songs in order to recite my 'times' tables back in the days of elementary school.
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For learning her ABC's, you can use any computer really. I would recommend including a Touch Screen, and a one-button mouse with your purchase, to make interaction with the computer much easier for her. You must be VERY patient with her regarding her learning to interact with the computer, and with her learning the content of the programs. \n\nWhat country are you in? If you are in the United States, then even if your daughter is on a "Life Skills" certficiate track at school, she should have goals relating to learning reading (actually, goals relating to each of the core academic subjects). Talk with your daughter's special education teacher about which goals tie in to the reading/language arts state standards and benchmarks. No Child Left Behind and the new reauthorization of IDEA requires that she have academic goals in the five core areas (Reading, Writing, Math, Science/Social Studies). However, your daughter may still be working on pre-reading and pre-writing goals that lead up to the regular standards. Ask about what activities they have been doing with her for the eventual acquisition of print recognition and writing. The school probably also has had your daughter on a computer already, for at least once per week (in the school computer lab or on a classroom computer).\n\nFrom your saying that you wish to "open up communication," I take it your daughter does NOT speak?  If she is not talking, then there are touch-board communication devices that greatly assist with basic communication. They range from 2 panels up to dozens of panels.  Once again, IF you are in the United States, your IEP committee should be looking at how to help her express herself in social communication. What does your Speech Pathologist say? Has your committee done an assistive technology assessment?\n\nFor your home computer, I would recommend the Reader Rabbit series, starting with their Infant, and then Pre-School programs, so that your daughter can learn how the computer works. Also, try the activities at these links (not all may interest her, but they are worth a try):\n\ngood training for computer interactivity and basic vocabulary skills at...\nhttp://www.pctots.com/infant-development.htm\n\nthen add...\nhttp://www.learningcompany.com/\nhttp://www.getreadytoread.org/content/view/101/317/\nhttp://www.sesameworkshop.org/sesamestreet/?scrollerId=games\nhttp://www.4thekidstoystore.com/edso.html
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I don't know of DVDs, but you might want to check out Rosetta Stone software.  It's very photo-based and includes pronunciation, so it would work well for even young children, but you'd have to lead them through it.
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If you teach your child to mind, you can teach him or her any lesson.\n\nYou could picture a child at a desk with the teacher standing above him with a hickory stick!\n\ns
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Yes, but only if they are taught the correct way to use the computer. Like I have an encyclopedia and a dictionary downloaded on my computer. My third grade daughter gets extra credit on her reports all the time. The school also has a web site for homework help. So yes I think the computer is an awesome way for kids to learn.
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Here are some places to start:\n\nhttp://www.chaddmi.com/\nhttp://www.bridges4kids.org/PAC.html (scroll down to list of parent advocacy groups)\nhttp://www.bridges4kids.org/HelpForKids.html\nhttp://www.conductdisorders.com/\nhttp://www.wrightslaw.com/\nhttp://www.causeonline.org/\n\n\nFor someone who is ED, learning proper behavior is difficult. For the "normal" person, behavior reflects feelings, and is appropriate for the social context. However, B/ED people have feelings that do not match their environment, and/or their natural behavioral responses are not socially acceptable.  Therefore, their big challenge in learning is to build "unnatural" behavior patterns to meet society's expectations. The world will not change to fit them...they must change to fit the world. Life is not fair...and never has been.\n\nThe purpose of special education is to help children who are different, learn to function effectively in the mainstream society. If your child does not learn to control his own behavior by the time he is an adult, he WILL end up in prison (the prison population is full of people with ADHD, ED, etc.). \n\nYour son is not in special education to be coddled, "allowed to be himself," or enabled in his use of maladaptive behaviors. He is in special education so that he can be guided toward appropriate behaviors.\n\nThe question you should be raising is not "why are they appearing to attack my son?" but rather "Are they providing appropriate instruction in behavior skills so that HE can learn to control himself?" AND "Am I being trained, as a parent, in these techniques so that I can use them at home and provide him with stability across all environments?"  AND "What am I already doing at home to bring about changes in his behavior so that my baby boy won't spend a life behind bars?"
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In some programs yes in some no.\n\nWhat program are you asking about?\n\n///
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If you are intentionally trying to teach him information (like ABC's, sight words, and numbers)... make it a game... and keep your teaching "sessions" short and simple.  Don't worry if he isn't interested... he will learn when he goes to school... teachers have amazing ways to get them to learn without them even knowing it.
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If it is determined that a "Home Program" is the best environment for your child, then your local school system must provide and pay for program.  Speak to your doctor, psychologists, therepists, teachers, etc.  Get support behind you.
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It really depends on the student, their behaviors, and the classroom situation.  Typically, students with ADD/ADHD may need frequent breaks, color coded materials, a desk away from distractions, additional time to complete tests/assignments, or more visual aids.  The behaviors of children with ADD/ADHD can vary so much from child to child that it's hard to give a generic behavior plan.
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Software that is used to train people or software that allows people to create programs to train people.
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Second Grade Skill Builders-Interactive Sites\n\nhttp://www.internet4classrooms.com/skills_2nd.htm
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Through the Florida CHIP program.\n\nhttp://www.floridakidcare.org/
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You can try something like net nanny. But remember that you won't stop your kids from doing what they want with the computer until you get computer literate enough to understand how it really work. Until you do, kids will pass right under your nose and you won't see a thing.\n\nAlso IE settings are completely useless. Who use IE anyway.