Episode 91: Executive Functioning in Special Education with Sean McCormick
The Learning Scientists Podcast
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Understanding Executive Functioning
This chapter explores the intricacies of executive functioning, focusing on its connection to working memory and its impact on children with autism and ADHD. The discussion highlights the importance of cognitive flexibility and self-regulation, illustrating how these skills influence academic success and life outcomes. By examining research findings and personal strategies, the chapter emphasizes ways to support children in enhancing their executive functioning abilities for better decision-making and goal achievement.
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