Understanding Executive Functioning

Are you prepared to tackle the new school year with a fresh perspective on your child’s academic and behavioral challenges? The Cognitive Hub’s comprehensive Executive Function (EF) course is meticulously designed to empower parents with a deep understanding of EF skills and provide actionable strategies for enhancing learning and daily life. Each cohort is limited to ten participants. As a participant,

Week One: Foundations of Executive Function

In the first week, we will explore the core concepts of Executive Function. This includes:

• In-Depth Analysis of EF Skills: A thorough examination of EF skills including in-depth explanations about each skill and how weaknesses look in learning and in daily living.
• Basic Brain Anatomy: Understanding the neural underpinnings of EF skills.
• Types of Motivation: Identifying and differentiating various motivational factors.
• Developmental Milestones: Recognizing the typical progression of EF skills.

Week Two: Practical Strategies for Everyday Challenges

This week focuses on equipping you with practical strategies to support your child’s daily routines and academic tasks:

• Morning Routines: Techniques to streamline and improve the start of the day.
• Homework Management: Effective methods to assist with homework and study habits.
• Feedback Mechanisms: Different types of feedback to enhance motivation and engagement.

Week Three: Live Coaching Session

Engage in a 60-minute live coaching call with the cohort. This interactive session provides:

• Troubleshooting Support: Address specific EF challenges your child is facing.
• Peer Insights: Learn from the experiences and concerns of other parents.
• Clarification of Material: Opportunity to ask questions about the content covered in weeks one and two.

Week Four: Executive Function and Learning

Delve into how EF skills influence various aspects of learning:

• Role in Academic Skills: Understanding the impact of EF skills on reading, writing, and mathematics.
• Integration of EF in Learning Processes: Strategies to support EF skills within academic contexts.

Week Five: Metacognition

Explore the concept of metacognition, which is central to EF:

• Understanding Metacognition: Learn about the process of thinking about thinking.
• Building Metacognitive Skills: Techniques to develop and enhance these skills.
• Role of Language: How language contributes to the development of metacognitive abilities.

Week Six: Final Live Coaching Session

Conclude the course with another 60-minute live coaching call:

• Review and Reflection: Summarize key learnings and address any remaining questions.
• Further Guidance: Receive personalized advice to support ongoing challenges and successes.

Join us for this transformative journey to better understand and support your child’s executive function development and academic success.