For Today's discussion:
1. Before you start going over today's materials, please post a comment below sharing with us what you already know about metacognition, problem solving, and the flow theory (your comment could be about the meaning, something that you recall/caught your attention when reading the chapter, or about you having used/applied the theories before).
2. Rate your knowledge from 0 to10 for each of the theories. 0 being not knowledgeable at all, to 10 being an expert. Please do it for each perspective/theory.
* Do not worry if you do not know much about these subjects yet. This question is meant for us to assess your background knowledge AND for you to self-assess what you know so far in order to plan for your own metacognitive learning process. This is how you start thinking about thinking!
Input and Modeling
Today's Activities:
1. Watch our Video Presentation (2 parts)
2. Watch the following supporting video:
Problem Solving: Dove Test
*This is a laboratory footage showing a pigeon solving Wolfgang Kohler's box and banana problem. We referred to this experiment in the Problem Solving section of our presentation.
Hello class!
ReplyDeleteWhat I know about:
Metacognition- thinking about your thinking. Slowing down to think through reasoning.
Problem Solving- there's many ways to skin a cat (sorry for the gruesome idiom) When solving a problem you can go about it different ways to solve it.
Flow Theory- I just learned what this is from your article... your an expert at something and even though it might be challenging...you got this.
0-10 How do I feel about:
Metacognition strategies- 7
Problem Solving- 7
Flow Theory- 0 to 1 I just learned about it.
Can't wait to learn more about it.
-Angelica
Thank you for answer Angelika. Hopefully in the course of this week, we will present the information regarding Flow Theory in a way that will make it easier for you to get a clear idea of the theory, and for you to feel more confident about Metacognition and Problem Solving.
ReplyDeleteGabby
Hello everyone,
ReplyDeleteWhat I know (think I know):
Metacognition- The way you think about things. The approach you take for your own learning.
Problem Solving- The process/technique you follow to get to an answer/solution.
Flow Theory- A point in your leaning where you feel a deep understanding-“Optimal learning experience”
0-10 scale about how I feel about these topics/theories:
Metacognition strategies- 6
Problem Solving- 7
Flow Theory- 4
On metacognition: It is exactly the way I always told my students what it is: thinking about your thinking. In reading, I had always told them this means "interacting" with the text. Not just merely analyzing it, but also questioning it and even "talking" to it to be able to comprehend it better.
ReplyDeleteOn the flow theory, my connection would be Vygotsky's ZPD and Krashen's I plus 1 for comprehensible input. I think these two theories emphasize on challenging the learner without frustrating them - thus, the "optimal learning experience" as Maria mentions above.
My self-ratings:
ReplyDeleteMetacognition: 7.5
Problem Solving: 6.5 (I thought I knew better, but realize it wasn't as simple!)
Flow: 5
Hi everyone,
ReplyDeleteWhat I know about these theories:
Metacognition- is the awareness about your own thinking, why you do something.
Problem Solving- the way or steps you take to solve problems.
Flow Theory- when you feel engaged in completing a task.
0-10 scale about how I feel about these theories:
Metacognition strategies- 8
Problem Solving- 7
Flow Theory- 0-1, first time I hear about this theory
I am delighted to see the discussion off and running! I really like the Blog set up. Well done!
ReplyDeleteDr. Lewis
My self-ratings about:
ReplyDeleteMetacognition Strategies: 4
Problem Solving: 5
Flow Theory: 7
I love the format that your group has chosen! It makes me feel more organized. Thank you!
Marie Isabel Hernandez
Thank you Marie, we are glad to see is working for you all too!
DeleteHello!
ReplyDeleteI know the that the flow theory is the state in which we are fully motivated, have the skills and knowledge to accomplish a task.
Metacognition strategies: 5
Problem solving: 6
Flow Theory: 7
Hello everyone! We are excited to see the conversation flowing. We have started our metacognitive process for learning more about Chapter 7! We have determined how comfortable we are about each theory. Now we should reflect about why we know what we know, and why we don't know what we don't. This will help us develop a plan for our learning process. For example, if you do not know about the Flow Theory because you never heard about it before, then you probably will plan to start by gathering basic information (quick videos, short articles, etc). If you knew about Problem Solving but you just read new information and feel confused, then you will want to refer back the book, re-read some concepts, ask some questions and start conversations with your peers for clarifications. You have established your perception for the learning task and this will now help you establish your study plan. While you experience your metacognition process for learning about these concepts, reflect on ways you could help your students experience a similar thinking process.
ReplyDeleteHave a good nigh, and thank you so much for sharing us!
Oh no - I posted my comment and it disappeared -- I will try again and this is a test to see if it works!
ReplyDeleteMetacognition: I know that it's important for students to "think about their thinking," especially when problem-solving.
ReplyDeleteProblem solving: It is closely related to metacognition because the learner needs to choose a strategy in order to solve the problem.
Flow: I remember learning about this during a seminar in college. I remember that it means being in a focused mental state, in which you think clearly and are so highly engaged in what you are doing that it almost feels effortless.
Metacognition: 5
Problem solving: 5
Flow: 3
Excellent way to summarize the definitions Sarah!!!
DeleteTeachers strive to teach students metacognitive skills and to think about what they are learning. We determine what strategies can be used to assist in the learning process. The ability to manage metacognitive skills allows students to think critically and apply those skills in understanding the problem solving process. The flow theory can be exemplified as when students are provided with comprehensible input. Students, who are able to see relevance in what they are learning, no longer exhibit symptoms of boredom or anxiety.
ReplyDeleteI love the video you shared with us to illustrate problem solving. Thanks! Also, I like the way you've organized this.
ReplyDeleteThank You :)
DeleteMeta cognition is when you are able to understand/learn. Being able to understand what happens or is happening. In the classroom, for example, it is when an educator is able to manipulate a strategy to allow all student populations the opportunity to learn and understand to be able to use higher order thinking abilities.
ReplyDeleteEsmeralda
Forgot to rate myself. 0 across the board! Yet I am hopeful that by the end of the week I go to a 10.
ReplyDeleteEsmeralda
Esmeralda, Hopefully we will be able to help you get high numbers at the end of the week. If you have any questions, dont forget to ask :)
DeleteGabby
Metacognition represents a thinking process. Problem solving is the steps/order to get to the solution. Flow Theory???
ReplyDeleteMetacognition - 7
Problem Solving - 8
Flow theory - 0
Loving the blog format!! Awesome!! Metacognition involves thinking about one's own thinking. This is something we do everyday, and it is what we want our students to be able to do. Problem solving involves completing a task, either new or familiar to you, and using a method/technique/startegy to find the solution. I really don't know about the Flow theory, but I'm prepared to learn about it. Sounds interesting.
ReplyDeleteMetacognition- 6
Problem solving- 8
Flow theory- 0
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ReplyDeleteMetacognition: The way you think! Understanding the way you think.
ReplyDeleteProblem Solving: The process or steps you use to solve a problem.
Flow Theory: When you feel confident about the knowledge you have on a certain subject.
Metacognition: 7
Problem Solving: 7
Flow Theory: 5
What I think I know about:
ReplyDeletemetacognition - the awareness a person has of what they are thinking and being able to talk about their thought processes - 6
problem solving - the ability a person has to think through a process and find a solution to something new - 5
flow - I don't think I know much about this from an educational theory perspective, but the first thing I think of is the saying "go with the flow." So this could go along with someone being flexible and doing what others are doing or it could mean a working flow, like getting in a groove and working on a project non-stop. - 3
Thank you for sharing your ratings Carrie. The Flow Theory refers to being in a focus mental state, when you feel time passes by quickly and you feel in control. So it is more like getting in a working groove like you said :) We introduced it a little bit on our video presentation and hope to be able to explain in more depth with our Wednesday's activity and discussion. Thank you for sharing!
Deletemetacognition (6) thinking about your own thinking
ReplyDeleteproblem solving (5) when a new task or problem is presented, finding a systematic way of coming up with a solution
flow (3) actively engaged in an activity without being bored
This is interesting!
ReplyDeleteWell, this is what I know:
Metacognition: When you think and analyze your own thinking (sounds complicated!)
Problem solving: A procedure or protocol an individual need to follow to find a solution.
Flow Theory: Is that moment in the process of learning that you are confident of what you know and you are ready to move forward.
My ratings would be:
Metacognition: 5
Problem Solving: 7
Flow Theory:0-1
Hello everyone!
ReplyDeleteThis is Awesome ladies Good job!
Metacognition: Persons own awareness
Problem Solving: Able to come up with a solution
Flow Theory: Comfortable stage
My Ratings: 0-10
Metacognition-5
Problem Solving-5
Flow Theory-5
Metacognition: understanding one's own thinking
ReplyDeleteProblem solving: strategy used to solve a problem
Flow theory: when someone is actively engaged in an activity
My Ratings:
Metacognition- 7
Problem Solving- 7
Flow Theory- 4
Hello to all I finally got a blog account, super cool way to collaborate!!
ReplyDeleteMetacognition: Thinking and analyzing our own thinking.
Problem solving:skills and steps we use to solve any problem
Flow theory: truly understanding and being engage
Ratings:
Metacognition 6.5
Problem solving: 7
Flow Theory: 2