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Using self-assessment to increase student metacognition and learning gains

Explore the impact of diagnostic learning logs on student metacognition in an introductory biology course. Study aims to boost self-assessment and learning gains through weekly reflections and electronic portfolios. Research design includes data collection on student engagement, performance, and metacognitive awareness. Significant findings may inform future teaching strategies for first-year biology students.

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Using self-assessment to increase student metacognition and learning gains

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  1. Using self-assessment to increase student metacognition and learning gains Amy Siegesmund Biology Scholars 2010-2011

  2. Background/Context • Introductory biology class for majors • Majority 1st year students • 45 students/class • Lack of metacognition=overestimation of strengths • Less-than-desired performance on assignments, exams • Lack of engagement in class ↑metacognition ↑engagement Self-assessment ↑ learning gains

  3. Research question & significance • Does the use of diagnostic learning logs lead to increased student metacognition and enhanced study behaviors? • Self-assessment a critical aspect for current and lifelong learning (Black & William; Tan) • Self-assessment empowers students to take responsibility for learning (Elwood & Klenowski; Shepard) • Self-assessment facilitates positive interaction with professor (Walser)

  4. Research design • Create “electronic learning portfolio” • Weekly learning logs (focus on process of learning, not content) • Periodic “reflections” (reflect, analyze, summarize; diagnose strengths/weaknesses; ID solutions) • Data collection • MetacognitiveAwareness Inventory (Shraw & Dennison) • Learning Logs • SALG • Study skills survey • Exam and course grades (compare w/previous year)

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