Academic paper from 2017 in the field of Sports - Sports Psychology, grade: 1.3, University of Leipzig, language: German. Abstract: Executive functions are higher-order cognitive control functions and play a key role in the learning success of students. They form the basis for the ability to think logically and solve problems, as well as for self-control, making them an important factor for academic performance and success in life. Effectively managing and planning one's time, organizing information and materials by importance, monitoring one's own learning, and being able to flexibly apply solution strategies in various situations largely determines how well children cope with the demands placed on them in school and adult life. School readiness can be assessed based on the ex.