by Phil Brunet | Oct 30, 2022 | Di Parent Training
Purpose & Goals of Phase 4 CONGRATULATIONS on finishing phase 3 of Dino Island. You are now HALFWAY DONE! Phase 4 is much like Phase 3, although at this point, the child may have developed a preference for particular metacognitive strategies. You may find that...
by Phil Brunet | Oct 30, 2022 | Di Parent Training
Overview of Phase 4 Sessions Sample Training Outline Prior to the session, do a self-fidelity check to make sure you are still delivering the program as intended. Session 1: Start the session with a movement-based pre-session activity and reminder about good...
by Phil Brunet | Oct 26, 2022 | Di Parent Training
Generalizing Dino Island Gains Dino Island gains are maximized when you are remembering to practice the metacognitive strategies out in the real world. Search for opportunities when the child may benefit from applying the strategies and remind them or prompt them to...
by Phil Brunet | Oct 26, 2022 | Di Parent Training
Evaluating Progress and Goals – Midway Check You are now halfway through the Dino Island program. This is a big accomplishment for you and the child, and it is important to celebrate this milestone! Fidelity refers to delivering the program the way that the developers...
by Phil Brunet | Oct 26, 2022 | Di Parent Training
Adapting to New Challenges Two primary challenges that can arise in Phase 4 and subsequent phases are program fatigue and frustration. Program fatigue results when the novelty of Dino Island has worn off, and the game has become boring for the child. In order for...
