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Metacognition

Thinking about one's own thinking and learning: planning, monitoring and evaluating how one approaches a task.

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All four UK nations (details may differ), United States, International
Topic
Teaching and learning

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Self-regulation All four UK nations (details may differ) United States
The ability to manage one's own emotions, attention and behaviour; also a key idea in early years learning.

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