What Are Executive Functioning Skills and How Do They Impact Learning and Social Experiences

Description

CE Hours

2.0 Hours

Overview

This course provides an overview of Executive Functioning. What it is, how it works, how it impacts learning. Participants will gain an understanding of how to identify students who struggle with Executive Functioning skills and how to explicitly teach skills to support these students.  Participants will also understand how executive functioning deficits may manifest in students with a specific diagnosis.

Course Outline

1. Introduction to Executive Functioning
2. Self-Assessment
3. Cognitive Flexibility
4. Creating a Plan B
5. Big Deal/Little Deal
6. Visual Problem Solver
7. Emotional Regulation
8. Organization and Planning

Presenter

Jane Reilly

Assistive Technology Dirctor

Jane Reilly is the Director of Behavior Services and Assistive Technology. Jane has amassed a wealth of educational experiences in the classroom setting as a Special Educator as well as a Behavior Consultant, providing behavior intervention services for students with developmental disabilities as well as consultation services for educators, administrators, and parents.

More About Jane