UndergradSkiller: Skill Set Map for Undergraduates and Their Educators

LEARNING AND SELF-MANAGEMENT: Learning and Study Skills

Metacognition

Metacognition encompasses thinking about your own thinking, and is a powerful tool for improving learning. Students who monitor their understanding, adjust their strategies, and reflect on what works are more effective learners.

Useful Resources on Metacognition:

Conway-Smith, B. (2023). Metacognition: An important skill for modern times [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h68bS4c4kw0

Annotation: TEDx talk introducing the concept of metacognition as awareness and understanding of one's own thought processes. The video discusses how metacognition can help individuals manage the demands of modern life.

The Learning Center, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. (n.d.). Metacognitive study strategies. https://learningcenter.unc.edu/tips-and-tools/metacognitive-study-strategies/

Annotation: Practical introduction to metacognition and a set of strategies students can use to incorporate metacognitive thinking into their study routines. Covers techniques such as self-testing, thinking aloud, writing to organize thoughts, concept mapping, and exam review.

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Table of contents:

4.1. Finding Help and Support
4.1.1. Seeking Support
4.1.2. Communicating with Professors

4.2. Learning and Study Skills
4.2.1. How We Learn

4.2.2. Metacognition

4.2.3. Study Strategies
4.2.4. Studying in STEM
4.2.5. Note-Taking and Lectures
4.2.6. Exam Preparation

4.3. Time Management and Focus
4.3.1. Time Management Strategies
4.3.2. The Pomodoro Technique
4.3.3. Understanding Procrastination
4.3.4. Staying Motivated
4.3.5. Digital Focus Tools

4.4. Reflective Practice
4.4.1. Growth Mindset
4.4.2. Reflective Practice Tools

4.5. Wellbeing
4.5.1. Mental Health
4.5.2. Personal Wellbeing
4.5.3. Digital Wellbeing
4.5.4. Stress Management
4.5.5. Budgeting
4.5.6. Finding Friends

4.6. Adapting Your Study Approach
4.6.1. Neurodiversity and University
4.6.2. Studying with ADHD
4.6.3. Studying with Dyslexia and Assistive Tools

4.7. Skills and Career Planning
4.7.1. Identifying Your Skills
4.7.2. Setting Goals
4.7.3. Career Planning
4.7.4. Postgraduate Study
4.7.5. Internships and E-Learning

 

Author: Leeanne Irwin

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