Inclusive Education

This animated film about metacognition from the Smithsonian Institution shares a fun reflection on how and why to use metacognitive practices in the classroom. It shares strategies such as reciprocal teaching and concept mapping.

This video features Kia Aroha, a college in Auckland, New Zealand using aspects of Māori culture as a teaching or learning method. Their curriculum focuses on a critical analysis of the historical and present realities that affect students' lives.

Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a core component of inclusive education in New Zealand. The Ministry of Education encourages the use of the UDL framework to create more inclusive and flexible learning environments.

This research looks at the impact of metacognition and self-regulation strategies in students. It was found that metacognition and self-regulation strategies are best taught in collaborative groups so that learners can support each other.

This article shares different types of metacognitive strategies for use in the classroom. Within this article are additional resources for students to reflect on their learning and for educators to use to promote metacognition in their classrooms.

Chrissie Butler provides a clear walkthrough of the Universal Design for Learning guidelines. She explains that they provide a shared language and are adaptable, making them useful for multiple lesson planning purposes.