Interactive sensory art workbook to improve fine motor skills of learners with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder

Abstract

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that significantly affects both children and adults. Notably, a large number of learners with ADHD exhibit motor deficiencies, particularly in fine motor skills (ADHD Society of the Philippines, 2022). This research aimed to develop an Interactive Sensory Art Workbook that can improve the fi ne-motor skills of learners with ADHD. The study employed a Developmental Research Design and utilized an Input-Output model to showcase the process of developing the workbook. Five Special Education (SPED) Teachers participated in face-to face interviews to share their observations on the fine-motor difficulties of learners with ADHD, teaching strategies, activity contents, and materials used to improve their fine-motor skills. Interview data were thematically analyzed, shaping the foundation for the workbook's design. The workbook included three main parts: (1) the Preliminaries, (2) Progress checklist, (3) Activity Sheets. It was evaluated to be highly acceptable by three SPED teachers with five years of experience in SPED. The workbook received a Strongly Agree rating, signifying substantial endorsement which indicates that the workbook is highly acceptable. Moreover, the workbook is determined to be a valid instructional material for teachers to improve the fine motor skills of learners with ADHD.