
232: How Metacognition Can Optimize Learning
The Cult of Pedagogy Podcast
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Unlocking Learning Through Metacognition
This chapter explores the role of metacognition in enhancing learning, specifically through the contrast between rereading and retrieval practice. It emphasizes the significance of self-assessment in understanding and retaining knowledge, demonstrating how retrieval practice leads to better long-term retention. The speakers provide practical strategies for educators to foster metacognitive skills in students, promoting deeper and more effective learning experiences.
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