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Psychology

Metacognition and Its Role in Self-Regulated Learning

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Metacognition literally means 'thinking about thinking.' Research shows that learners with strong metacognitive skills outperform those with higher intelligence but weaker self-awareness.

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Have you ever studied for hours, only to realize you can't remember anything the next day? The difference between that frustrating experience and effective learning might lie in a hidden skill: metacognition.