Define the term metacognition. Describe the “skills for the twenty-first century” outlined by the National Center on Education and the Economy. Where do you feel you stand on each of these skill sets?
What will be an ideal response?
ANS: Metacognition is one's understanding of one's own thinking and learning processes. Response should expand upon the following skills: 1) knowing more about the world; 2) thinking "outside the box"; 3) managing new sources of information; 4) developing good "people skills." Responses to the last portion will vary.
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Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
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