Problem-based learning and the development of metacognition

By Kevin Downing, T. Kwong, Sui-wah Chan, Tsz-fung Lam, Woo-kyung Downing. 2009

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The Effects of Problem-Based Learning on Metacognitive Awareness and Attitudes toward Chemistry of Prospective Teachers with Different Academic Backgrounds (2013, unknown): “In a review of the literature, a few studies can be found that examine the effects of PBL on students’ metacognitive awareness levels (e.g. Downing et al., 2009; Tosun & Taskesenligil, 2012).”
The impact of supplemental instruction on learning competence and academic performance (2010, background): “Given the nature of the peerassisted learning supplemental instruction approach, there are grounds for thinking that supplemental instruction can also positively influence many of these aspects, which are known to influence academic performance (see, for example, Albaili 1997; Diseth and Martinsen 2”
Influence of Student Learning Experience on Academic Performance: The Mediator and Moderator Effects of Self-Regulation and Motivation. (2012, background): “From a practical standpoint, we suggest that educators should focus on the promotion of constructivist learning environments to enhance student motivation and encourage self‐regulatory behaviour (eg, Muller et al, 2006 ; Downing et al, 2009 ).”