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