Executive Function Skills are the key to school success!

In today's distracting world, students are struggling more than ever to stay focused, get organized, and manage their time. This workshop is designed to help teachers infuse their instruction with engaging activities that help students to build strong Executive Function skills.

FAQ

  • How long with I have access to this course?

    Once enrolled, students are given access to this online course for 30 days.

  • How can I purchase RNBC's Executive Function Curriculum Notebook?

    Please contact us to learn more about our Executive Function Curriculum Notebook. Send an email to [email protected] for more info.

  • Can I purchase this course for multiple people?

    This online course is designed for individuals. If you are interested in Executive Function training for your team, please contact us to learn more about our Executive Function Virtual Workshops. Send an email to [email protected] for more info.

  • What grade level teachers will benefit most from this workshop?

    This online course is designed primarily for teachers of students in 4th - 12th grade. If you are interested in Executive Function training for grades K - 3 or college-level students, please contact us to learn more about our Executive Function Virtual Workshops. Send an email to [email protected] for more info.

Course Outline

  • 1

    Part 1: Introduction to Executive Functions, Neuroscience Framework and Mindset

    • Welcome!

    • What are Executive Functions?

    • Introduction to RNBC's Executive Function Online Teacher Workshop

    • Executive Function Teacher Workshop Power Point PDF

    • RNBC and the "Top Ten" Activity

    • Reflect and Connect - What are employers looking for?

    • Reflect and Connect - What did you think about?

    • Experience is the Foundation and Agenda Analysis

    • Neuroscience and Developmental Framework

    • Mindset Related Research
  • 2

    Part 2: Learning Environment, Materials and Time Management

    • Where do you Stand?

    • Reflect and Connect - Where do you Stand?

    • Activity - Where do you Stand?

    • Discussion - Where do you Stand?

    • Motivational Interviewing and Intro to the EF Curriculum

    • Teacher Resource - Organizational Scale for Students

    • Learning Environment

    • Materials Management

    • Time Management and Using the Planner

    • CUCC and Task Analysis

    • Activity - Project Recycle

    • Project Recycle

    • Teacher Resource - Following Directions with C.U.C.C.

    • Teacher Resource - Task Analysis using Project Recycle

  • 3

    Part 3: Memory, Organizing Information, Creating a Study Plan

    • Reflect and Connect - Think of a School Memory

    • Memory

    • Organizing Information

    • Activity - Organizing Information

    • Organizing Information Share and Discussion

    • Test Preparation

    • Activity - Creating a Study Plan

    • Creating a Study Plan - Share and Discussion
  • 4

    Part 4: 21st Century Brains, Personal Growth and Final Wrap Up

    • 21st Century Brains

    • Goal Setting - Creating SMART Goals

    • Teacher Resource - SMART Goal Planning Worksheet

    • Decision Making and Learning Preferences

    • Final Wrap Up
  • 5

    Executive Function Strategies in Action!

    • Classroom Lesson: Task Analysis

    • Classroom Lesson: Organizing Information

    • Classroom Lesson: Creating a Study Plan
  • 6

    Course Survey

    • THANK YOU!

    • Course Evaluation Survey

    • Congratulations on Completing RNBC's Executive Function Online Teacher Workshop!

    • Thank You!