Feb 15 2025 29 mins 3
🧠In this episode of Creating Readers, host Savannah Campbell and guest Marisa Ware discuss the critical role of executive functioning in literacy and education.
📌They explore practical strategies for teaching these skills to students, emphasizing the importance of explicit instruction and support in the classroom. The conversation highlights the interconnectedness of executive functioning and literacy, providing insights for educators and parents alike.
🧠In this conversation, Savannah Campbell and Marisa Ware discuss effective strategies for minimizing cognitive overload in students, the importance of organization tools like planners, and the critical role of recess in developing executive functioning skills. They explore how to support students with varying needs through tailored teaching methods, brain breaks, and the use of fidgets. The discussion emphasizes the necessity of creating an inclusive learning environment that fosters both academic and social skills.
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