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Executive Functioning Solutions

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Lesson Plan

Executive Functioning Solutions

Create a chart of executive functioning fixes

In this lesson, students will explore executive functioning deficits and their solutions. They will watch a video to understand the concept and then engage in a group activity to identify common challenges and brainstorm practical solutions. This lesson is important as it equips students with strategies to improve their executive functioning skills, which are crucial for academic and personal success.

Audience

High School Students

Time

60 minutes

Approach

Materials

Video: Executive Functioning Deficits and Fixes, Chart paper, Markers, and Handout: Executive Functioning Skills Overview

Step 1

Introduction

10 mins

  • Begin with a brief discussion on what executive functioning is and why it's important.
  • Introduce the video Executive Functioning Deficits and Fixes.
  • Explain that students will watch the video to identify common executive functioning challenges.

Step 2

Video Viewing

10 mins

Step 3

Group Activity

25 mins

  • Divide students into small groups.
  • Provide each group with chart paper and markers.
  • Instruct groups to create a chart listing executive functioning deficits on one side and potential solutions on the other.
  • Encourage creativity and collaboration in brainstorming solutions.

Step 4

Presentation and Discussion

10 mins

  • Have each group present their chart to the class.
  • Facilitate a discussion on the different solutions proposed by each group.
  • Highlight any common themes or particularly innovative ideas.

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

  • Summarize the key points discussed in the lesson.
  • Distribute the handout: Executive Functioning Skills Overview.
  • Encourage students to apply these strategies in their daily lives.
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Reading

Executive Functioning Skills Overview

This handout provides an overview of executive functioning skills, common deficits, and practical solutions. It serves as a reference for students to understand and improve their executive functioning abilities.

Executive Functioning Skills Overview

What are Executive Functioning Skills?

  • Executive functioning skills are mental processes that enable us to plan, focus attention, remember instructions, and manage multiple tasks.

Common Deficits:

  • Difficulty with time management
  • Trouble organizing tasks
  • Struggling to maintain focus
  • Impulsivity

Practical Solutions:

  • Use planners or digital calendars to manage time
  • Break tasks into smaller, manageable steps
  • Create a distraction-free study environment
  • Practice mindfulness and self-regulation techniques
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