Perseverance and Metacognition

What is perseverance?

• giving up when something is hard

• making an excuse when something is hard

• continuing to try when something is hard

Which one of these are showing perseverance?

• saying your dog ate your homework when you didn't do it

• saying you left your homework at home when you didn't do it

• saying you had practice so you couldn't do your homework

• working hard on your homework and getting it done

How do successful people get far in life?

• they are lucky

• they persevere when things get tough

• their Mom did it for them

• they try it once and then quit

Which word is a synonym for "perseverance"?

• achievement

• mindfulness

• talent

• determination

Which TWO answers below describe perseverance?

• trying again even when something is difficult

• honesty

• toughness

• giving up easily

Abigail, Aria, and Ava are studying for their final exams. Which of the following actions by Ava is an example of using metacognition?

• Ava memorizing facts for the test

• Ava planning how to approach studying for the test

• Ava reading a book for entertainment

• Ava listening to music while jogging

Hannah, Grace, and Aiden are discussing the importance of reflecting on their own thinking. According to them, why is it important?

• It can help improve their memory

• It can make them more creative

• It helps them understand how they learn best

• It is a requirement for all their school subjects

What is metacognition?

• Metacognition is the ability to predict the future.

• Metacognition is the ability to think about and have awareness of one's own thinking processes.

• Metacognition is the ability to control other people's thoughts.

• Metacognition is the ability to read minds.

How can metacognition help improve studying skills?

• Metacognition has no impact on studying skills.

• Metacognition is a waste of time and effort for studying skills.

• Metacognition helps improve studying skills by promoting self-awareness and strategic thinking.

• Metacognition only benefits students with high intelligence.

Thinking about your thinking is called