Brain Scientists
What part of the brain is responsible for executive functioning skills?
Frontal Lobe or Pre-frontal Cortex
What is an Obligation? Give an example
It is something necessary that we do each day. It is a "have to", such as school work, chores, eating, sleeping.
Define cognitive flexibility.
The ability to think about different perspectives, and shift your expectations when things don't go your way.
Define working memory. Is it part of our short term or long term memory?
A type of short-term memory that stores information temporarily so we can use it to problem solve.
Name 3 executive functioning skills?
Flexible thinking, Organization, Planning, Prioritization, Working Memory, Emotional Control, Time management
What part of the brain is responsible for the flight/fight/freeze emotions?
Amygdala
Define organization
The ability to create and maintain systems to keep track of information.
What is one healthy way to manage anger?
Mindfulness, deep breaths, exercise, stress ball
What is auditory working memory?
Information or directions that you hear and remember.
What are 3 strategies that will help you develop a growth mindset?
Change your words, Use the word Yet, View mistakes or failure as a way of learning, focus on grit/resilience, remember your brain can change (It's science)
When you practice a new habit you make _______ connections
Neuron
What is an Aspiration?
An aspiration is a task that helps us achieve a goal, and should be scheduled into the day and prioritized after our obligations.
How are flexible thinking and managing emotions connected?
Frustration blocks flexible thinking, and we have to shift our expectations and think about alternatives when we are managing challenges.
What is visual working memory?
Mistakes are proof that you are ______________.
Learning
Can executive functioning skills be improved? How?
Yes. Through the practice of new habits that help us organize, manage our time, stay focused, and manage our emotions.
What is a Negotiation?
A negotiation is a task that is a "want to", and could be a hobby or a free time activity. This should happen after Obligations and Aspirations.
Why is flexible thinking Mrs. Wheeler's favorite executive functioning skill?
Because we can use it in every aspect of our lives.
How can working memory exercises help you learn?
Strengthening working memory can help improve study skills, improve the rate at which you start and complete tasks, and help you remember information better and faster.
What are 3 things you can do when you don't know what to do (in class)?
Ask a peer for help, read the instructions, look at examples, ask the teacher.
What age is the frontal lobe fully developed?
In your 20's (early 20's for females, mid 20's for males)
What are the 4 C's of Organization?
Clean, Customize, Categorize, Continue
Flexible thinking skills improve if you ________________.
False
What are three things that you can do after our EF Workshop ends to continue to strengthen your executive functioning skills?
Make task lists, write down my homework, use flash cards to help study, practice flexible thinking, use the Size of the Problem strategy, practice the 4C's, develop a routine that I follow for organization, etc.