Episode 46: The Power of Executive Functioning: How It Shapes Learning and Behavior with Tera Sumpter

The Inspired Teacher's Guide by Laura Wooldridge and Kim Wilkins

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Tera Sumpter is a wife, mother of three, author, founder of Seeds of Learning® LLC, and Speech-Language Pathologist with specialized experience in the areas of reading, executive functioning and learning disabilities. She is an international presenter on cognitive processing and executive functioning. In this conversation we explore the intricate relationship between learning, executive function, and cognitive processing in children. The speakers discuss various aspects of literacy development, including phonemic awareness, visual imagery processing, and the importance of creating robust mental representations. They emphasize the need for effective assessment and intervention strategies, as well as the role of reflexive questioning in fostering self-directed learning. The impact of technology and the importance of play in child development are  ... 

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