Supporting Student Executive Functions with Lisa Carey and Alexis Reid

Today, we’re joined by Lisa Carey and Alexis Reid for a discussion centered around their book, Supporting Executive Functions: Insights & Strategies for Educators.

We talk about:
  • The most important thing to know about executive functions
  • How they generally develop over the PreK-12 years
  • Signs that learners are struggling with executive functions
  • What makes UDL an effective strategy?
  • Most meaningful supports at different stages from elementary through high school
  • How teachers can “go smaller” with their adjustments
  • Metacognition and reflection at different stages
  • Learning climate and class agreements
Find Supporting Executive Functions: Insights & Strategies for Educators from CAST Publishing or wherever you get your books.   

About today’s guests
Dr. Lisa Beth Carey is a teacher educator and researcher with a focus on improving educational experiences and outcomes for students with neurodevelopmental disabilities. Alexis Reid is an educator, educational therapist and learning consultant in private practice (Reid Connect, LLC) in Boston & Falmouth (Cape Cod) MA, USA, adjunct professor, educator, author, and CAST UDL Faculty member. Learn more about them:
  • Listen to the Reid Connect-ED Podcast
  • Visit www.ReidConnect.com
  • Follow @AlexisAnnReid on Instagram and Twitter
  • Follow @dr.lisa_b_carey on Instagram and @EquitableAccess on Twitter
About the host
Ross Romano is a co-founder of the Be Podcast Network and CEO of September Strategies, a coaching and consulting firm that helps organizations and high-performing leaders in the K-12 education industry communicate their vision and make strategic decisions that lead to long-term success. Connect on Twitter @RossBRomano or LinkedIn 

Creators and Guests

Ross Romano
Host
Ross Romano
Co-founder of Be Podcast Network and CEO of September Strategies. Strategist, consultant, and performance coach.
Alexis Reid
Guest
Alexis Reid
Learning Consultant, Ed. Therapist, CAST UDL Faculty & Life-Long Learner #ExecutiveFunction #EFTipsEncouraging hope through education & positive relationships
Dr. Lisa Beth Carey
Guest
Dr. Lisa Beth Carey
Assistant Dir. CILSE @KennedyKrieger / Assistant Prof @JHUeducation Linking K12 & Pediatric Med 🧠 - tweets are my own
Supporting Student Executive Functions with Lisa Carey and Alexis Reid