This class we worked on our presentation about executive functions and the use of apps for aiding self management and self regulation in order to participate in class lessons. The whole concept of executive function is a fascinating one. It can offer a glimpse into the why an individual may not be able to organize themselves around seemingly routine tasks - although I think that the actual brain based science around the entire concept is very complex. What I am trying to say is that as a concept it is easily understood but the details of the explanation are far outside my understanding and a little beyond my scope as a specialist educator. I do believe that dis-function of the executive functions does contribute to what we have normally called "trouble staying on task" or "not reading social situations or cues properly". It also lends a great deal to explaining some adult behaviours.
I found a good video which explains executive function disorder in layman's terms.
Our work on the upcoming presentation for Wednesday, April 23 is good. I think people will find it informative and interesting. It is certainly something that all educators will find fascinating. The apps we have selected do address issues of self-regulation and task management. It really seems to make a case for class sets of devices that can access such apps.
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