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Transformation through Meta-Cognition
Meta-cognition is result-oriented process that refreshes and involves cognitive processes. Meta-cognition is a process, which involves fruitful knowledge not only about different processes of cognition but also how to use and regulate these processes for result-oriented outcomes; especially, in the processes of learning. This chapter highlights transformation and motivation through awareness and application of meta-cognition. This chapter introduces meta-cognition, the value of metacognitive awareness, and how it can be used to improve students’ learning and their academic performance. It further opens the doors for the study of the elements of meta-cognition; moreover, it focuses on the effects of meta-cognition on learning. This chapter recommends awareness and the use of meta-cognition in education as it enables the learners to think big. In order to meet the student’s needs for meta-cognitive support in learning, this chapter also recommends an interdisciplinary course on educational psychology at different levels of education. In addition, research studies on meta-cognition, its awareness, and its effects especially in the context of developing countries are recommended