Executive Function Brain Trainer Podcast

Executive functioning conducts our multisensory symphony of cognitive skills and makes it possible for us to mentally juggle ideas think before we act meet unanticipated challenges resist temptations stay focused initiate tasks to name a few. Today, we will offer an overview of the core executive functioning skills. 3 Core Executive Functions Working Memory - Ability to temporarily store, manage,...

Working memory is a complex cognitive skill that enables learners to hold pieces of information in the mind and manipulate them.  It is often described as a mental workspace that helps individuals manage their memories, stay focused, block distractions, and stay abreast of their surroundings. Alan Baddeley's theory: Sensory Input and Memory enable one to briefly retain the environmental inform...

Automaticity is the ability to complete tasks without occupying the conscious mind . These tasks become an automatic, unconscious response pattern or habit. This episode reveals the benefits of automaticity for learning and the steps required to achieve this goal. Steps of automaticity: Make a conscious choice to acquire a habit. Focus all your attention on this task and manage all distractions. R...

This episode continues our discussion on the mind’s eye and goes into ways we can exercise and improve one’s visualization capacity.  We discuss the 10 visualization skills as defined by Aristotle, an ancient Greek philosopher.  We will also teach you a game you can play with others to improve this needed skill. Links for reference of the topic: Visualization for Learning: https://goodsensorylearn...

Visualization is the ability to create mental images within one’s mind. These imaginary pictures or mind movies enable us to see experiences from the past, conjure up ideas in the present, or even project visuals into the future. In our first podcast, we reviewed how visualization can improve memory, make books and other academic classes come alive, and improve our attention, and speed of learning...

Hear about the genesis and purpose of this podcast, as well as background information about the hosts. Join us on an adventure to translate scientific jargon and brain research into simple metaphors and stories. We explore topics that will help you turbocharge your mind and steer around the invisible barriers so that you can achieve your goals.  Links for reference:  Go Dyslexia Podcast: https://p...