Are you interested in coaching or consulting with Sean?
Do you have a particular challenge you would like to consult with Sean about? A growing education business which would benefit from the presence of an experienced thought partner? An upcoming event that needs a skilled and empathetic educator to keynote?
Book a session using one of the links below:
Selected Professional Development
Making Math Real
Overview, K-12 (June 2021)
NAPO University
Fundamental Organizing & Productivity Principles (June 2021)
The Association of Educational Therapists
Professional Mentorship under the supervision of Dr. Daniel Franklin (2021)
AB 1172 Positive Behavior Training by Laura Mooiman
Positive Behavior Training course meets AB 1172 requirements for health professionals and special education teachers working with students in California
Google Certified Educator | Level 1
I have demonstrated the fundamental skills necessary to use Google’s tools in the classroom; this Level 1 certification validates standard technology implementation abilities.
Looking for help with metacognition?
Put in your email below and you'll receive:
1. Our Thinking Journal workbook that can be used by students to self-monitor and self-assess their learning and feelings
2. A S.M.A.R.T. goals worksheet to think your way toward reaching any goal you can set for yourself
Welcome to the World of Metacognition!
Metacognition is a critical skill that can help students become better learners and thinkers.
It refers to the awareness and understanding of one's own thinking processes, and the ability to regulate and control them.
This valuable ability can be developed with practice and guidance, and has been shown to improve academic performance, critical thinking skills, and overall success in life.
What is Metacognition?
Metacognition involves two key components:
Metacognitive Knowledge: Understanding of one's own mental processes and the strategies used to learn and solve problems.
Metacognitive Regulation: The ability to control and adjust these mental processes and strategies to improve learning and problem-solving outcomes.
Studies have shown that students who develop metacognitive skills perform better academically, have improved critical thinking skills, and are more successful in their personal and professional lives. Metacognition helps students:
-
Monitor their understanding of a topic
-
Evaluate their own learning
-
Adjust their study strategies accordingly
-
Reflect on their own thinking
-
Take responsibility for their own learning
Why is Metacognition Important for Students?
How Can Students Develop Metacognition?
Awareness: Encourage students to become aware of their own thinking processes and strategies.
Reflection: Teach students to reflect on their own learning, and consider what worked well and what could be improved.
Strategy Use: Help students to understand and apply effective learning strategies, such as elaboration, self-explanation, and summarization.
Practice: Provide opportunities for students to practice and apply metacognitive skills through class discussions, self-reflection activities, and independent projects.
Unleash Your Brain's Potential Today!
By developing metacognitive skills, students can take control of their own learning, improve their critical thinking abilities, and set themselves up for academic and personal success.
So why wait?
Start your journey to better learning today!