Learning to be a better student

Question 1

it is the process of looking inward ot help an individual understand and be aware of their own thought processes (Malamed, 2016)

Answer 1

Metacognition

Question 2

metacognition is also known as _______. it is hte awareness of the scope and limitations of your current knowledge

Answer 2

thinking about thinking

Question 3

what are the benefits of metacognition?

Answer 3

1. builds independence and self-confidence as one manages his/her own learning through assessment, design, and implementation
2. facilitates formal and informal learning
3. improves performance with new tasks assigned on the job
4. helps solve team challenges more effectively
5. improves motivation and success in learning

Question 4

what are the 2 aspects of metacognition?

Answer 4

1. self appraisal
2. self-management

Question 5

an aspect of metacognition, it is the personal reflection of your knowledge and capabilities

Answer 5

self-appraisal

Question 6

an aspect of metacognition. applying what you plan and adapting it to successfully accomplish a task

Answer 6

self-management

Question 7

what are the 2 processes of metacognition?

Answer 7

1. knowledge of cognition
2. regulation of cognition

Question 8

this process of metacognition involves the awareness ofone’s own cognitive processes, including knowledge about oneself as a learner, knowledge of different strategies for learning, and understanding how and when to apply those strategies

Answer 8

knowledge of cognition

Question 9

this encompasses the processes used to monitor, control, and plan one’s learning activities. it includes skills such as setting goals, self-monitoring progress, evaluating the effectiveness of strategies, and making adjustments as needed

Answer 9

regulation of cognition

Question 10

what are the variable that affect how you think or assess yourself as a thinker

Answer 10

1. personal variable
2. task variable
3. strategy variable

Question 11

this variable is your evaluation of your strengths and weaknesses in learning

Answer 11

personal variable

Question 12

this variable is what you know or what you think about the nature of the task as well as what strategies the task requires

Answer 12

task variable

Question 13

this variable refers to what strategies or skills you already have in dealing with certain tasks

Answer 13

strategy variable

Question 14

enumerate the skills that might help you with exercising metacognition

Answer 14

1. knowing your limits
2. modifying your approach
3. skimming
4. rehearsing
5. self-test

Question 15

what are the essential strategies to help you become an outstanding student?

Answer 15

1. be positive
2. follow directions
3. complete assignments/homework
4. do more that is required
5. establish a routine
6. set goals
7. maintain focus
8. stay organized
9. read, read, read
10. study hard and study often
11. take challenging classes
12. get a tutor

Question 16

what are the four types of metacognitive learners

Answer 16

1. tacit learners
2. aware learners
3. strategic learners
4. reflective learners

Question 17

this type of learner is unaware of metacognitive processes though they know the extent of their knowledge

Answer 17

tacit learners

Question 18

this type of learner know some of their metacognitive strategies but do not plan to use them

Answer 18

aware learners

Question 19

this type of learner strategize and plan their course of action toward a learning experience

Answer 19

strategic learner

Question 20

this type of learner reflect their thinking while using strategies and adapt other metacognitive skills

Answer 20

reflective learner

Question 21

this is defined as the prrocess in which students systematically direct their thoughts, feelings, and actions toward attaining their academic goals

Answer 21

self-regulation

Question 22

who defined self-regulation?

Answer 22

Zimmerman

Question 23

it is a process of taking control of and evaluating one’s own learning and behavior. it is a self-directed process where students. transform their mental abilities into academic skills

Answer 23

Self-regulated learning

Question 24

what are the steps in developing metacognitive and self-regulated behaviors?

Answer 24

1. set short-term and long-term goals
2. make a self-help plan to achieve academic goals
3. monitor performance and progress
4. reflect on learnings and accomplishments

Question 25

what are the three essential component of self-regulated learning

Answer 25

1. planning
2. problem-solving
3. self-evaluation

Question 26

this is a srl component which increases efficiency, control, and motivation

Answer 26

planning

Question 27

this srl component allows students to learn to think for solutions when faces with adversities

Answer 27

problem-solving

Question 28

this srl component increases self-awareness, which leads to a better understanding of one’s own emotions, strengths, and weaknesses

Answer 28

self-evaluation