Date of Completion
11-26-2019
Document Type
Open Access Capstone
Degree Name
Master of Education (MEd)
First Advisor
Carol Ann Sharicz
Abstract
This paper looks at how learning is evolving in the 21st century and what skills learners need to be successful in that environment. Based on existing research into the topic, this paper focuses on how learning is increasingly taking place in informal settings, through the lens of the Social Cognitive Learning and Cognitive Constructivism theories. The hypothesis is that students can be successful in these settings by mastering self-regulated learning strategies which can be developed through critical thinking and meta-cognitive skills. It assesses what instructional strategies can be used to develop these skills and enable continued learner success. In addition, to the review of existing research, this paper leverages the first-hand feedback of five different K12 teachers, administrators and school psychologists from varying districts and demographics to assess the importance of different cognitive skills and effectiveness of instructional strategies. Study participants were surveyed on their own observations of the evolution of learning and the role of self-regulated learning, critical thinking and meta-cognition.
Recommended Citation
Commiso, Carolyn P., "Instructional Strategies to Prepare Students for Success in Informal Learning Environments: Leveraging Metacognition and Critical Thinking to Develop Self-Regulated Learning Skills" (2019). Instructional Design Capstones Collection. 55.
https://scholarworks.umb.edu/instruction_capstone/55