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Rosenberg, Limor; Jacobi, Shani; Bart, Orit – Journal of Occupational Therapy, Schools & Early Intervention, 2017
Executive functions are crucial for efficient daily functioning. However, the contribution of executive functions to the participation in daily life activities of children, have been inadequately studied. The study aimed to examine the unique contribution of executive functions, beyond motor ability, to the diversity and independence of children's…
Descriptors: Executive Function, Psychomotor Skills, Occupational Therapy, Daily Living Skills
Phillips, David Spencer – ProQuest LLC, 2012
The effect of physical activity (PA) and consequent influence on cognition within adult seniors has been widely published. However, there is a paucity of causal research relating PA and cognition to schoolchildren within an authentic setting. Also, little is known about the required intensity and dosage of PA to effect executive function (EF)…
Descriptors: Physical Activity Level, Children, Executive Function, Program Effectiveness
Menkes, Susan M. – ProQuest LLC, 2012
Children's media comprehension was compared for material presented on television, computer, or touchscreen tablet. One hundred and thirty-two children were equally distributed across 12 groups defined by age (4- or 6-years-olds), gender, and the three media platforms. Executive functioning as measured by attentional control, cognitive…
Descriptors: Comprehension, Media Literacy, Television, Computers