Arab Educational Information Network

The study aimed at identifying the perceptions of elementary school teachers in Jordan towards the Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and weather teachers’ specialization and years of experience has an effect on their perceptions. The samples of the study consisted of 377 teachers working in schools in Amman District and were chosen by simple random method. Questionnaire was designed based on teacher’s perceptions towards ADHD. Validity and reliability was ensured. The results indicated that teachers’ perception was medium. Also results indicated no significant differences based on specialization and years of teaching experience. The study suggests the importance of training teachers on enhancing their knowledge to identify students with attention deficit hyperactivity disorders. (Published Abstract)