“Executive
functions” is a term used to describe a broad set of cognitive skills that,
when working properly, allow students to manage impulses, work in a deliberate
and thoughtful manner, and organize their time and materials. When development
of these skills is delayed, as is often the case in those with learning
disabilities, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), or emotional disorders, academic performance suffers. When
working with students who have special educational needs, it is imperative that
professionals also consider whether or not the student is displaying
age-appropriate executive skills; additional assessment and intervention may be
necessary. This workshop will begin by defining the term “executive
functioning” using clear, easy to understand terms, but the majority of the
time will be spent describing many concrete, immediately usable strategies that
can be implemented to support a student with weak executive functioning.
THIS WEBINAR IS
NOT HELD ON SITE AT EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER, REGION 20. This training series
will be presented via online webinar. You will need a computer with
headphones or speakers to participate.