This CPD-accredited webinar, led by Victoria Bagnall, Co-founder and MD of Connections in Mind, explores the relationship between executive functions and the challenges students face in completing and submitting homework. Discover practical strategies to support students, understand the cognitive processes behind homework struggles, and learn how to implement effective techniques to overcome these challenges in school and at home.
- Level: All
- Duration: Approximately 60 minutes
- Type: Recorded Webinar
- Downloads: Handout with Resource Pack
- Resources: 27 Student Worksheets
Who is this Course For?
This course is designed for:
Education Professionals: Seeking methods to support students in building skills for effective homework completion.
Students: Wishing to develop organisational skills and gain practical strategies for managing homework.
Parents: Interested in understanding and supporting their child’s homework challenges.
Why This Course Matters
Homework can be a significant challenge for many students, often due to underlying executive function skills that haven’t yet fully developed. This webinar provides evidence-based insights into why homework is hard for some and offers practical tools to bridge these gaps. Victoria Bagnall covers factors such as brain function, stress, sleep, and nutrition, helping educators and parents understand and address the barriers students face.
What You’ll Learn
Join Victoria Bagnall in this CPD Accredited course as she guides you through:
- Why Homework Can Be Challenging: Discover key brain functions involved in homework tasks and their impact.
- Executive Function Skills for Homework: Identify specific executive function skills necessary for homework success and strategies to strengthen them.
- Influence of External Factors: Understand how stress, sleep, nutrition, and other factors impact homework performance.
- Printable Resources: Access ready-to-use tools to immediately support students’ homework routines.
What Educators Are Saying
“Fantastic resources – thank you.”
Meet Your Facilitator: Victoria Bagnall
Victoria Bagnall, co-founder and managing director, is a renowned speaker and author in the field of executive functioning, brain development, and behaviour. As co-founder of Connections in Mind, she is dedicated to raising awareness of neurological differences and promoting neuro-inclusion. With her background in teaching, Victoria skillfully translates complex neuroscience into engaging and practical learning experiences.