1. A Presentation by Michael A. Elliott, PhD
P O I S E
A Presentation by Michael A. Elliott, PhD

2. What is POISE?

3. P O I S E P = Plan O = Organize I = Initiate S = Self-monitor
E = Evaluate

4. P = PLAN

5. Planning Means: 1.) Having a good idea. 2.) Setting a goal.
3.) Determining the best way to reach a goal.
4.) Creating a series of steps.

6. O = Organize
Time
Materials
Space

7. Organizing Means: 1.) Create order in own environment a. work b. play
c. school desk/locker
d. backpack
e. bedroom

8. Organizing Means: 2.) Keep track of items. 3.) Keep track of time.
4.) Cleaning up belongings.
5.) Needed materials are available.

9. I = INITIATE IMPLEMENT

10. I = Initiate Initiating Means: 1) to start / kick off / set in motion.
2) The ability to begin a task or activity without being prompted.
3) The ability to independently generate:
a. Ideas
b. Responses
c. Problem-solving strategies

11. S = Self-monitor Self-monitoring means:
1.) Ability to check his/her own performance during or shortly after finishing a task.
2.) Ensure he/she has accurately or appropriately attained the desired goal.
3.) Awareness of the effect his/her own behavior has on others.

12. E = Evaluate the Plan Evaluating Means:
1.) Reviewing tasks / activities.
2.) Determining the need to make changes.
3.) Questioning results.

13. P O I S E
Questions/Comments