Identifier

233

Date

2023

Document Type

Honors Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Science

Major

Biology

Committee Chair

Jaime L. Sabel

Abstract

This thesis explores how undergraduate biology students engage in metacognition in their study habits, exam preparation, and learning of content. This research aims to define the characteristics of both four levels and three dimensions of engagement in metacognition, the relationships that exist between the two, and how metacognitive levels and dimensions vary depending on students' grades. To do this, longitudinal study data is utilized, analyzing both student survey and interview responses regarding their experiences with metacognition usage. The findings reveal specific differences between each of the four levels of metacognition, in addition to a relationship existing between high metacognition and higher earned grades. This thesis concludes with future directions of this work, which includes the creation of a new instrument to measure metacognition within individuals.

Comments

Undergraduate Honor's Thesis

Library Comment

Honors thesis originally submitted to the Local University of Memphis Honor’s Thesis Repository.

Notes

Data is provided by the student.

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