Funkcje wykonawcze a funkcjonowanie dziecka w środowisku przedszkolnym i szkolnym
Executive function and child’s functioning in kindergarten and primary school environment

Summary/Abstract: Executive function as a complex and multidimensional construct plays an important role in self-regulation. Ability to manage thoughts and behaviour in a conscious, purposeful and planned way is a critical factor in terms of school readiness. There are data indicating that level of executive functions is a stronger predictor of school achievement than level of intelligence. The development of executive function is conditioned both biologically and environmentally. It is, therefore, particularly important to consider educational requirements regarding the development of these processes. This is timely considering the present debate about lowering school entry age in Poland. Issues concerning development of executive function and their importance in preschool and school environment are presented, accounting for both the cognitive and socio-emotional context.

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