Module 1: Metacognition Overview
This module assumes you know and can do the following: (click to open drop-down)
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Competency
Understand and employ techniques for developing students’ skills of metacognition, self-regulation, and perseverance.
Indicators:
Use modeling, rehearsal, and feedback techniques that highlight the processes of thinking rather than focusing exclusively on the products of thinking.
Learning Outcomes
I can define and describe what metacognition is.
I can describe why metacognition is important.
I can describe how metacognition deepens and consolidates learning.
What I will DO in this module:
Explore the concept of metacognition.
Explore the use of metacognitive strategies to deepen and consolidate learning.
Implement metacognition in your practice and model strategies for students.
LEARNING PATHWAY
Start with the pre-assessment (below) to determine your path.
Use the Module Slide Deck in the Module Resources below to begin your learning pathway.
The learning tasks below are in a similar order to the order of the Module Slide Deck, and slide numbers are often referenced for your convenience.
Metacognition & Metacognition Strategies Pre Assessment.pdfLAUNCH
TALK ABOUT
What is metacognition?
How does metacognition deepen and consolidate learning?
Why is engaging in metacognition important?
LEARN
How Do We Encourage Metacognition in the Classroom.mp4LEARN ABOUT
Encouraging Metacognition in the Classroom
Video (4:47)
COLLECT & RECORD
Listen for the responsibilities of both the teacher and the student in order for metacognition to be a skill that students utilize. In addition, consider the responsibility of technology.
Consider how you would address metacognition for various sub-groups.
Record your thinking here.
Metacognition Recommendation Poster.pdfLEARN ABOUT
7 Recommendations for Metacognition and Self-Regulated Learning
REFLECT
THINK ABOUT
Which of these look-fors do you see living in your current system?
What evidence do you have?
If there are look-fors absent in your system, what suggestions would you have for change and who would you suggest them to?
MODULE RESOURCES
Metacognition - Learning & Planning Tool
How Do We Encourage Metacognition in the Classroom.mp4
Recommendation 1 Video (3:17)
CHECKPOINT
Checkpoints include self-assessments, quick checks, peer feedback opportunities, etc. This is a way for you to determine if you are ready to move to the next module and/or if you would like to go deeper or return to previous modules for additional learning or practice.
Self Check
CELEBRATION OF LEARNING
Let’s celebrate what you have learned in this module. Metacognition is not a new concept, but you may think about it differently now. Use the prompt below and then share your reflection with a friend, colleague or team.
