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