Increasing Student Learning Using Metacognition

Research demonstrates that explicit instruction in Meta-Cognition — the ability to monitor our own thinking and learning—can lead to learning success across subjects and grade levels from primary school through college (Baker, 2013; Dunlosky & Metcalfe, 2009; Hattie, 2009; Wang, Haertel, & Walberg, 1993).

When we teach students to “drive their own brain” through Meta- cognition, we provide a concrete way to guide them to think about how they can best learn.

This workshop explores the tools and techniques involved in teaching students to take charge of their learning using the process of Meta- cognition.

Core topics –

What is Meta-Cognition?

How does Meta-Cognition support learning?

The ‘how’ and ‘why’ of teaching students about neuroplasticity of the brain

Powerful Meta-Cognitive strategies to teach your students

How to explicitly teach Meta-Cognitive strategies

How to coach students to use Meta-Cognitive strategies in their learning

Fundamental Meta-Cognitive questions that students can ask to guide their learning

Sally Learey

Sally Learey is a renowned keynote speaker, author and education consultant. As well as teaching, she holds qualifications in training, positive psychology, coaching and counselling. Sally has worked in both training and primary and secondary teaching sectors across a variety of educational settings. Sally is also an author of 7 books ranging from children’s books to adult non-fiction. She is passionate about supporting the wellbeing of teachers and leaders in education. Sally empowers teachers to create classrooms and learning environments that are inclusive for all students. As a mother of a son with special needs which includes ASD, she has a wealth of personal and professional expertise in this area.

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Just a big Thank you for giving us the opportunity to attend the Critical Agenda Workshop yesterday. David presented a great program, lots of handy strategies and he was very engaging and supportive. Highly recommended. I was very happy we did not have to do any Role play’s

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Cheers

Tan x

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Event Details

Increasing Student Learning Using Metacognition

Presented by Critical Agendas

Sally Learey

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