Metacognition: Importance of Reflection in the Pre-Service Teacher Journey

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Author(s): Tami B. Shelley (Auburn University at Montgomery, USA)
Copyright: 2019
Pages: 15
Source title: Handbook of Research on Critical Thinking Strategies in Pre-Service Learning Environments
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Gina J. Mariano (Troy University, USA)and Fred J. Figliano (Troy University, USA)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-5225-7823-9.ch009

Keywords: Business & Management / Information Science Reference / Professional Development / Teacher Education

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This chapter reminds the reader of the importance of “thinking about your thinking” or metacognition and reflection. The importance is magnified for the pre-service teacher as they seek to develop lessons that will engage and excite learners. Examining one's own thinking allows a person to better understand their thinking and learning. It also encourages the learner to take ownership of their learning and cognition. For the pre-service teacher, the information gathered from “thinking about one's thinking” can be invaluable to success in the classroom. Metacognition, or reflection, is useful for identifying areas of limitations and strengths in our teaching. The highlight of this chapter is the shared journal entries from an intern's journey through internship. As a picture is worth a thousand words, these words of an intern using metacognitive skills to reflect on practice, experiences, and relationships through journaling is invaluable.

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