Delve into the principles of executive functioning and their significance in the context of teaching and learning. Explore how classroom routines serve as powerful tools for developing and strengthening these skills among students of all ages and abilities.

Drawing on the expertise of Mitch Weathers, founder of Organized Binder, and Katie Novak, internationally renowned educator and author of “UDL Now!,” we examine research-based strategies and practical techniques for embedding executive functioning support within daily classroom routines.

Learning Outcomes

1. Define executive functioning (EF) skills and understand your own strengths and “stretches.”
2. Understand the importance of EF Skills in the context of student learning and classroom success.
3. Describe how classroom routines can support the development of executive functioning skills across diverse learning environments.