The newest and most important term for 21st century educators to understand is “Executive Functioning” (EF). Sustained attention, working memory, organization, time management, task management, and self-management are EF skills that help students to start the actions they need to start tasks and stop the actions they need to stop tasks over time, in order to reach their goals and stay connected to other people.
In this inservice for private and public school educators, Dr. Davenport presents:
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Executive What? What are the Executive Functions and Why are They So Important to Education in the 21st Century?
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If Executive Dysfunction is not a Learning Disorder why does it Hamper Learning?
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Structured Ways to Teach Executive Skills
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How Public Schools can Use Response to Intervention to Support Students with Executive Skill Weaknesses
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How Private Schools can Leverage Flexible Structuring to Support Students with Executive Skill Weaknesses
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Research-Based Classroom Accommodations
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Synergistic Education Planning for Improving Executive Skills in All Students
Dr. Davenport can customize this presentation to fit your time-frame and the specific needs of your teaching staff.
Call 817.421.8780 today to learn more about this and other in-service opportunities!
