Educational Technology Webinar - Strengthening Executive Functions in Young Children Through Play-Based Learning and Cognitive Apps

Join us for our Spring 2026 Webinar Series as the Department of Educational Technology at New Jersey University dive into current and hot topics in the Ed Tech world. 

The department's internationally recognized and accredited programs are leading the field in learning with project-based strategies, emerging technologies, and standards alignment. Join us for engaging and thought-provoking discussions with our experts in the field.

This presentation explores how executive functions, attention, working memory, cognitive flexibility, and self-regulation can be strengthened in young children through play-based learning and the intentional use of cognitive educational apps. Using the REPAL framework, the session highlights how technology and game-based design can support engagement, emotional regulation, and adaptive thinking while maintaining developmentally appropriate and ethical learning environments. The presentation is grounded in educational leadership, neuroeducation research, and emerging technologies.