The key academic skill you’ve probably never heard of – and 4 ways to encourage it
- Written by Melissa Barnes, Associate Professor, School of Education, La Trobe University
SolStock/Getty ImagesWhen parents think about their child’s education, they probably focus on basic skills and exam results, the amount a child is trying and their wellbeing.
But there is another significant factor influencing their success at school. This is metacognition.
What is it? Why is it important? And how can you help your child...





