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Executive Functioning refers to the cognitive skills we possess that help us to plan, focus, manage time, and multitask. There are many valuable executive functioning skills that are crucial to learning in the classroom, but when there are deficits in these skills, it is more likely that behavior challenges may arise. Fortunately there are many tools to help students with their executive function (included in the strategy portion of this guide).
Key Executive Functioning Skills
Key Executive Functioning Skills
Below are some examples of executive functioning skills to reduce challenging behavior.
Task Initiation
Task Initiation
Begin in a certain amount of time
Identifies and gathers needed supplies
Task Completion
Task Completion
Completes a certain number of tasks in a specific amount of time
Minimizes and controls distraction
Organization & Planning
Organization & Planning
Creates a plan to complete tasks
Keeps area and tools neat
Self-Control
Self-Control
Controls personal space and voice volume
Understands consequences of impulsivity
Tolerating Change
Tolerating Change
Flexibility and ability to shift between preferred and non preferred activities
Avoids rigid thinking
Working Memory
Working Memory
Uses tools to recall instructions
Independently attempts to solve problems before asking for help
Self-Monitoring
Self-Monitoring
Understands consequences of positive and negative behavior
Completes self observations or data collection
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