Executive Functioning Attention

Executive Functioning is the brain based pathways that are required for humans to execute, or perform, tasks.

What is Executive Functioning?

• Impulse Control
• Emotional Control
• Working Memory
• Planning/Prioritizing
• Flexibility
• Self-Monitoring

What do students with EF challenges look like in school?

• Off task
• Passing assignments in late
• Impulsive (saying or doing the first thing that crosses their mind)
• Forgetful 
• Messy backpack and desk
• Completing tasks out of order
• Emotional ups and downs

*Remember that these behaviors are developmental

Executive Functioning & Homework Strategies Presentation

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