Scarlet Skills
Learning is a skill, and understanding the 3Ms can help you learn more effectively.
Metacognition
Metacognition is often described as thinking about one’s thinking. It means reflecting on your learning strategies and level of understanding to evaluate and adjust if needed. This provides a more accurate idea of how well you know content, enhancing learning efficiency.
Metacognition Student Resources
Attend a workshop on metacognition (Taking Control of Your Learning).
Enroll in our Canvas asynchronous online module on Metacognition and obtain a digital badge for completion.
Use a cognitive wrapper to reflect on your learning before and after exams, assignments, or before and after your semester:
Download our Post-Exam Wrapper
Download our Pre-Assignment Wrapper
Download our Post-Assignment Wrapper
Download our Pre-Semester Getting Started Wrapper
Download our End-of-Semester Wrapper
(Please visit back in Fall 2025 for more resources.)