They will enable students to successfully cope with new situations. Teachers and school library media specialists capitalize on their talents as well as access a wealth of resources that will create a metacognitive environment, which fosters the development of good thinkers who are successful problem-solvers and lifelong learners. References Dirkes, M. Ann. Metacognitive modeling in the content areas. Teaching Reading as Thinking.
Student Approaches to Learning and Studying.
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