“I Don’t Even Know Where to Look Anymore”: Executive Function and Digital Organization
So we paused.
We pulled out a notebook.
And we started drawing.
Together, we created a map of each class—where to click, what to expect, and how to decode each teacher’s style.
Because when your brain can’t hold it all at once, you need something that can hold it for you.
What Can Educators and Coaches Do?
If you’re a classroom teacher:
Use consistent folder names and a predictable format.
Post assignments in the same location each week.
Label everything clearly with dates and subjects.
Avoid overly nested folders or scattered platforms.
If you’re a coach or tutor:
Help students create a custom system they understand.
Use visuals or maps to show where to look and when.
Practice digital routines and use tools like bookmarks, naming conventions, or “today’s list” check-ins.
And One More Thing—Let’s Look at Ourselves
As adults, we model digital organization whether we realize it or not.
Students notice when our systems are inconsistent, confusing, or hard to navigate. And when every class looks different, it becomes a maze.
💡 Ask yourself:
How many clicks does it take to find the important stuff?
Does your digital layout make sense to your students—not just to you?
What’s one small change you could make to support student brains?
Let’s show our students what clarity looks like—so they can begin to build it for themselves
