Executive Function Strategies and Support
Executive Functions are processes that allow us to plan, focus, sustain effort, manage emotions, remember things, and monitor our actions. These skills depend on working memory, mental flexibility, and self-control so that they can work together efficiently. Many people will struggle with executive functions for a variety of reasons. Children with learning disabilities and ADHD often have difficulty with one or more of these areas. Sarah Wolf can help by working with your student to develop specific strategies to strengthen their Executive Function skills.
Classroom Support
Help students learn to recognize their strengths and weaknesses and develop self-advocacy skills. Work with students, parents, and teachers to ensure that EF needs are addressed at school. Teach students to use existing learning management systems effectively.
Note-Taking
Prepare students to take notes for text, videos, and lectures. Teach students to use note-taking technology when appropriate. Guide students in a system for frequent review and rehearsal of notes to promote understanding of course material.
Reading
Ensure that foundational reading skills are intact. Develop strategies for before, during, and after reading to promote comprehension and retention of information. Incorporate assistive technology for reading support when appropriate.
Study Skills
Help students learn to manage time, materials, and space for studying and completing assignments. Teach techniques for organization, regular review, and self-testing of notes from lectures and reading.
Writing
Ensure that foundational writing skills are intact. Teach the writing process using an individualized approach. Develop strategies for breaking down large writing assignments. Introduce technology when appropriate
Test Prep
Instruct students in test-taking strategies for multiple choice, short-answer, and essay tests. Train students to use anxiety-reducing techniques such as mindfulness and meditation.