Episode Two:
Welcome back to "If It Were Easy... The Podcast," where we serve as your guide through the intricate world of metacognition. At "If It Were Easy…," we're dedicated to breaking down metacognitive principles into manageable portions, dispelling common myths, and simplifying jargon to empower educators in designing and implementing profound changes in their classrooms.
Episode Overview
– Dawn Taylor reiterates the podcast’s mission to simplify metacognition for educators and emphasizes the practical application of metacognitive principles.
– A quick test on previous episode’s learnings highlights the two parts of metacognition and their respective components.
– Episode 2 delves into metacognitive knowledge, exploring its transformative potential in the learning experience.
– Metacognitive knowledge is dissected into three components: knowledge of the task, knowledge of oneself, and knowledge of strategies, each essential for effective learning.
– Practical tips are provided for fostering metacognitive skills in students, including reflective exercises and classroom discussions.
– Discounted access to a learning strategies course and a YouTube series on learning strategies is offered to assist educators in developing students’ cognitive toolkits.
– The episode concludes with an invitation to explore further resources on the podcast website and join the online learning community.
