Attention/Memory
What are different types of attention
selective, divided, sustained, alternating
Define organization
arranging things in a systematic way on a large scale
What is planning?
Planning is anticipating future events, setting goals, and developing steps ahead of time to carry out a task
What is problem solving?
Identifying a solution to something that is difficulty/challenging/confusing/complex
What is time management?
Being aware of how long certain tasks take and how much time you have and allocating time per task effectively
What are different types of memory?
Working, short term, long term--ALSO explicit, implicit, episodic, semantic, procedural
Define sequencing
Following the steps of a given task (in a specific order)
What impacts what we prioritize?
Values, motivation, ease, etc.
How do you know if a solution is effective?
When are times you struggle with time management?
ADLs, community navigation, cooking, breaks vs time in class, morning/evening routines, unstructured time
What type of attention and memory are used when you...
answer questions about a lesson while checking texts and a student is loud in the lobby
Working memory, alternating and divided attention
Why are organization and sequencing skills important?
Supports task completion, supports working towards goals, etc
How do you practice planning/prioritizing?
Examples include community trip planning, morning/evening routines, etc.
What are ways to support problem solving?
Ask for choices, use graphic organizers and practice within sessions/class, trial and error, etc
What are ways to support the development of time management skills?
Using timers, chunking tasks, previewing, using visuals, routine building, self-monitoring strategies, etc
Someone as a difficult time remembering to take their morning meds.
What strategy could help them?
Set a reminder, use a check list, use a visual calendar, ask staff to prompt, etc
Someone has trouble following a recipe. What can support them?
Use a visual check list, watch a video/demonstration, staff models, creating a clean/distraction free environment, shared responsibility (interdependence), etc.
What are things we have to plan and prioritize in advance when going on a trip?
Examples include getting necessities (e.g. medication), getting the your bag ready, making sure you are dressed appropriately, checking the weather, etc.
A student is having a conflict with a classmate and doesn't feel comfortable sharing a space with them, how would a teacher support them in problem solving?
A teacher might support perspective taking, provide alternative locations for learning (temporarily), encourage use of coping skills, support advocacy, support a conversation when both parties are ready - pre plan, etc
A student has a difficulty time leaving the sensory room after 15 min, how can someone support their time management?
Use timers (providing a timed warning), previewing, lights on, scheduled times throughout the day, etc.