Strategies for Supporting Weak Working Memory
Working memory is a critical skill for academic and daily living success. The link between poor working memory and challenges such as ADHD, learning disorders, and Autism Spectrum Disorders has led many researchers to believe working memory is a stronger predictor of success than IQ. This highly practical, 1-hour webinar explains working memory, its impacts on learning, and provides ready-to-use strategies for supporting and strengthening this essential skill.
*Note: AOTA grandfathered Strategies for Supporting Weak Working Memory, on September 1, 2020. This course is an updated version submitted to AOTA for review. Once approved, the PD activity ID number will be updated next to the AOTA banner under the CEU section.
Learning Outcomes
- Define working memory.
- Identify the correlation between working memory abilities and academic and social learning.
- Critique current research related to working memory interventions.
- Identify immediate strategies to support the structure of organization.
Course Information
- Target Audience:introductory- to advanced-level OTs, SLPs, parents, and other professionals working with children and teens with special needs
- Course Instructor: Lori Benson Adams, MEd
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- CE Broker course code: 20-980874
Continuing Education Units (CEUs)