Metacognition

Metacognition, often defined as “thinking about thinking,” is the active monitoring and regulation of one’s own cognitive processes to enhance learning and problem-solving. It involves planning, checking, and evaluating understanding to improve academic performance and foster self-aware, strategic learners.

Key components:

• Knowledge of cognition: Understanding your own strengths, weaknesses, and the strategies available to you.
• Regulation of cognition: Actively planning, monitoring, and evaluating your own learning process as it happens.