Metacognition

Metacognition in science education refers to students’ ability to reflect on, monitor, and regulate their own thinking and learning processes while engaging in scientific tasks. It involves planning how to approach investigations, checking understanding during problem solving, and evaluating the effectiveness of strategies after completing an activity. By developing metacognitive skills, students become more aware of their misconceptions, make purposeful adjustments to their reasoning, and take greater ownership of learning, leading to deeper understanding and improved performance in scientific inquiry and problem solving.