Metacognition is an awareness of one’s own learning. It entails understanding the goals of the learning process, figuring out the best strategies for learning, and assessing whether the learning goals are being met. A metacognitive student sees him or herself as an agent in the learning process and realises that learning is an active, strategic activity. We know from research (see Professor John Hattie) that the effect size for teaching metacognitive strategies is one of the most effective teaching interventions. At Wilberforce we facilitate this through our unique 'Learning Muscles' which develop autonomous learners.
Each learning muscle represents a key skill which supports the development of metacognition, it is represented by an animal that lives in our assembly hall and all of the muscles can be seen in every classroom around the school. We encourage our pupils to regularly reflect on the different learning muscles and how these have enabled them to become effective learners.
Whilst I am in the ‘Learning Zone’, I will be supported, challenged, ambitious, calm and ready to learn new things. If I would like to expand my knowledge, I need to strive to be in the ‘Learning Zone’. In order to achieve this, I must feel proud of my progress and challenge as well as supported to be ready to learn (a growth mindset!). Team 6 child
Whilst I am in the ‘Learning Zone’, I will be supported, challenged, ambitious, calm and ready to learn new things. If I would like to expand my knowledge, I need to strive to be in the ‘Learning Zone’. In order to achieve this, I must feel proud of my progress and challenge as well as supported to be ready to learn (a growth mindset!).
When I find something difficult this year, I will stay focused and do deliberate practice. This will help me achieve my desired goal. I will be resilient with this by asking for extra learning and help from the teachers by asking for feedback. I know my teachers will support me to be the best I can be. Team 5 child
When I find something difficult this year, I will stay focused and do deliberate practice. This will help me achieve my desired goal. I will be resilient with this by asking for extra learning and help from the teachers by asking for feedback. I know my teachers will support me to be the best I can be.
I use the learning muscles to be the best learner. The one I am really good at is learning with others because I am a great learning partner. I ask questions and take it in turns to speak. I am always kind and polite and so is everyone in my class. Team 2 child
I use the learning muscles to be the best learner. The one I am really good at is learning with others because I am a great learning partner. I ask questions and take it in turns to speak. I am always kind and polite and so is everyone in my class.
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