| Children with ADHD (Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) may exhibit behavioral and executive function issues that affect classroom learning. Documented behaviors include inattention, disruptive behavior, and poor social relationships (Gureasko-Moore, DuPaul, & White, 2006). Support for children with ADHD has primarily focused on behavioral modifications and organizational skill enhancement. Computer-assisted or game-based learning has shown promise with this population in small-scale studies (Mautone, 2005; Ota, 2002). This case study research sought to investigate the use of game-based learning and children with ADHD. The subjects were high-school aged children with the primary diagnosis of ADHD who received a game-based intervention. This study shows game-based learning has a positive effect on students with ADHDs' engagement and interest in Math. The analysis of the data from the qualitative portion of this study lends itself to a grounded theory approach indicating game-based learning is an important consideration in curriculum development for students with ADHD. |
