THE ROLE OF TEACHERS IN HANDLING ATTENTION DEFICIT AND HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER CHILDREN IN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Pendidikan Inklusi pada Anak ADHD

Abstract

In handling children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, teachers play a crucial role.
Teachers require flexibility in time and energy to pursue ongoing professional development and
continuously adapt their practices. The aim of this research is to analyze the role of teachers and
the strategies they employ in managing children with ADHD. Data analysis involved data
reduction, data presentation, and final processing of data obtained from observations. The
researcher utilized two types of data sources. The research employed qualitative analysis
involving data collection, summarization, presentation, and drawing conclusions. This study
utilized a qualitative research approach with a case study design. A qualitative approach is useful
for comprehensively detailing a phenomenon by collecting non-numerical data such as texts,
images, or documents. The subjects of this study were teachers handling children with Attention
Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in elementary schools. The research findings indicate that the
roles of teachers in managing children with ADHD include: 1) creating a supportive classroom
environment, 2) engaging in discussions with parents, 3) using teaching methods tailored to the
students' needs, and 4) employing specific approaches for students with ADHD.