TY - JOUR
T1 - Metacognitive problem solving in preschoolers
AU - Lambert, Elizabeth
N1 - Imported on 12 Apr 2017 - DigiTool details were: Journal title (773t) = Australian Journal of Early Childhood. ISSNs: 0312-5033;
PY - 2001
Y1 - 2001
N2 - This study explored the ability of preschoolers as metacognitive thinkers. The aim was to produce an observational framework for use with younger learners. A problem solving task was developed, and contextualised into children's play experiences. Subjects were 60 preschoolers, 4.3-5.4 years. The task involved the development of a tool (spinner) for a dinosaur game. A comparative verification procedure incorporating both quantitative analysis and rigorous inter- observer reliability measures resulted in the identification of five metacognitive characteristics: recognition of the problem, subtractive restructuring, self monitoring, motivation to persist, and planfulness. Implications for educational programs are discussed.
AB - This study explored the ability of preschoolers as metacognitive thinkers. The aim was to produce an observational framework for use with younger learners. A problem solving task was developed, and contextualised into children's play experiences. Subjects were 60 preschoolers, 4.3-5.4 years. The task involved the development of a tool (spinner) for a dinosaur game. A comparative verification procedure incorporating both quantitative analysis and rigorous inter- observer reliability measures resulted in the identification of five metacognitive characteristics: recognition of the problem, subtractive restructuring, self monitoring, motivation to persist, and planfulness. Implications for educational programs are discussed.
U2 - 10.1177/183693910102600306
DO - 10.1177/183693910102600306
M3 - Article
SN - 0312-5033
VL - 26
SP - 24
EP - 30
JO - Australian Journal of Early Childhood
JF - Australian Journal of Early Childhood
IS - 3
ER -