7.16 Executive Functioning Demands

from Reading Teachers Lounge · host Shannon Betts and Mary Saghafi

What's really happening when students struggle to stay on task, complete assignments, or transition between activities? In this illuminating conversation with literacy experts Dr. Matt Strader and Dr. Douglas Fisher, Shannon and Mary delve into the complex world of executive functioning and its impact on classroom performance. Executive functioning isn't just about behavior—it's about cognitive processes happening in the brain's prefrontal cortex. Both guests help us understand the crucial distinction between the neurological processes of executive functioning and the observable skills of self-regulation. RESOURCES MENTIONED DURING THE EPISODE:McGraw-Hill Science of Literacy Library:A free resource hub containing blogs, videos, research reports, and more— designed to connect teachers with practical classroom resources and Professional Learning tips.Dr. Douglas Fisher's websiteDr. Matt Strader on LinkedInExecutive Skills and Reading Comprehension: A Guide for Educators by Kelly Cartwright and Nell Duke *Amazon affiliate linkCenter on the Developing Child from Harvard UniversityDeborah Phillips-EF as the "air traffic control system"Lynn Meltzer- mountain versus trees (cognitive flexibility)Amy Berry- Teacher expectations on engagementTimothy Shanahan's blog from 2022 on Executive Functioning and ReadingCenter on the Developing Child (Harvard University): EF- videoUnmasking Autism by Devon Price *Amazon affiliate link*FCRR: Alphabet ArcPromoting Executive Functioning in the Classroom by Lynn Meltzer *Amazon affiliate link*Cognitive Challenges article by Stephen Chew and William CerbinBandura-outcome expectationsUnderstood.org: What is neurodiversity?Bonus Episodes access through your podcast appBonus episodes access through PatreonFree Rubrics Guide created by usFinding Good Books Guide created by usSupport the showGet Literacy Support through our PatreonBonus Episodes access through your podcast appBonus episodes access through PatreonBuy us a coffeeGet a FREE Green Chef box using our link

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