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| 25 Jun 2025 | |
| Community News |
A new article on BOLD highlights the power of metacognition, or “thinking about thinking”, in reducing learning inequalities among students. The piece explores how teaching children to reflect on how they learn can improve academic performance and foster independence, particularly for students who may otherwise struggle to keep up.
Metacognitive strategies include helping students set goals, plan their approach, monitor progress, and evaluate outcomes. When children learn to think critically about their own learning processes, they not only gain confidence but also develop skills that support long-term success.
The findings reinforce the importance of a whole-child approach to education, where cognitive development goes hand in hand with emotional and social growth. By equipping students with tools to better understand how they learn, schools can help bridge the attainment gap and create a more equitable learning environment for all.
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