Thinking about thinking: Education research explores role of metacognition in undergraduate learning
Ava Flanagan has received a SSHRC graduate award for her Master of Education research into metacognition (KATE HARGREAVES/University of Windsor)
By Kate Hargreaves
Making the leap from high school to undergraduate studies can be daunting.
Students may face new responsibilities, expectations and learning experiences, putting familiar study strategies to the test.
In this unfamiliar context, reflection on the learning process can be a powerful part of building confidence and independence.