The term “punctuation” refers to the marks used in writing to separate sentences and their elements, and to clarify the meaning of sentences. Punctuation marks give us cues that help us know how to say what we’re reading out loud, and they make written and printed text – like books and magazines – come alive... Continue Reading →
How Metacognitive Skills Improve Learning
Metacognition is the way we understand or think about our own thought processes. This mode of self-aware thinking goes beyond experiences and emotions to investigate how we think about situations and why. With that new awareness, we can reframe our thinking to adapt to new situations and emotions. Metacognition in the Classroom In the classroom, metacognitive skills allow students to... Continue Reading →