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What does metacognition primarily refer to?
What does metacognition primarily refer to?
Why is metacognition not easily observable?
Why is metacognition not easily observable?
What was the earliest and most common method for measuring metacognition?
What was the earliest and most common method for measuring metacognition?
Which of the following best describes the phrase 'thinking about thinking'?
Which of the following best describes the phrase 'thinking about thinking'?
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What aspect of cognition does metacognition particularly enhance?
What aspect of cognition does metacognition particularly enhance?
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Which major component is NOT typically involved in metacognition?
Which major component is NOT typically involved in metacognition?
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Self-report questionnaires measure which aspect of metacognition?
Self-report questionnaires measure which aspect of metacognition?
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What is a significant challenge in researching metacognition?
What is a significant challenge in researching metacognition?
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What is one of the primary aims of the metacognition module?
What is one of the primary aims of the metacognition module?
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Which of the following topics is NOT included in the lecture series on metacognition?
Which of the following topics is NOT included in the lecture series on metacognition?
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What is the format of the Level 4 assessment for the metacognition module?
What is the format of the Level 4 assessment for the metacognition module?
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Which of the following is a method of studying mentioned for the metacognition module?
Which of the following is a method of studying mentioned for the metacognition module?
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Which aspect of metacognition explores its relationship with mental health conditions?
Which aspect of metacognition explores its relationship with mental health conditions?
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What component is part of the Level 5 coursework assessment for the module?
What component is part of the Level 5 coursework assessment for the module?
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What is emphasized as an important educational practice during the lecture sessions?
What is emphasized as an important educational practice during the lecture sessions?
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Which topic addresses the psychological and biological aspects of metacognition?
Which topic addresses the psychological and biological aspects of metacognition?
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What is a significant limitation of self-report questionnaires in measuring metacognition?
What is a significant limitation of self-report questionnaires in measuring metacognition?
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Which aspect of metacognition is universally acknowledged across different models?
Which aspect of metacognition is universally acknowledged across different models?
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What do researchers examine to quantify metacognitive ability at an individual level?
What do researchers examine to quantify metacognitive ability at an individual level?
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Why is there no 'gold standard' questionnaire for measuring metacognition?
Why is there no 'gold standard' questionnaire for measuring metacognition?
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What is a common obstacle in accurately reporting metacognition?
What is a common obstacle in accurately reporting metacognition?
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How do different taxonomies contribute to the study of metacognition?
How do different taxonomies contribute to the study of metacognition?
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What does the 'Better-Than-Average Effect' characterize in relation to metacognition?
What does the 'Better-Than-Average Effect' characterize in relation to metacognition?
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Why might introspection into one's thoughts and abilities not always be accurate?
Why might introspection into one's thoughts and abilities not always be accurate?
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What does a meta-d′/d′ value of 1 indicate?
What does a meta-d′/d′ value of 1 indicate?
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What does it mean if meta-d′ < d′?
What does it mean if meta-d′ < d′?
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Which approach allows for the direct comparison of meta-d′ and d′?
Which approach allows for the direct comparison of meta-d′ and d′?
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Which of the following statements is a limitation of the meta-d’ model?
Which of the following statements is a limitation of the meta-d’ model?
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What does metacognitive efficiency reflect?
What does metacognitive efficiency reflect?
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Why is controlling for 1st order performance important in metacognitive assessment?
Why is controlling for 1st order performance important in metacognitive assessment?
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How can decisions made be affected when metacognitive efficiency is at 0.7?
How can decisions made be affected when metacognitive efficiency is at 0.7?
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What effect can certain conditions have on meta-d' measures?
What effect can certain conditions have on meta-d' measures?
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What does Metacognitive Information Theory (Meta-I) aim to quantify?
What does Metacognitive Information Theory (Meta-I) aim to quantify?
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What model was formalized by Maniscalco & Lau to extend the Standard Decision Theory (SDT) to metacognitive judgments?
What model was formalized by Maniscalco & Lau to extend the Standard Decision Theory (SDT) to metacognitive judgments?
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Which characteristic is NOT true of Metacognitive Information Theory?
Which characteristic is NOT true of Metacognitive Information Theory?
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Which of the following is a potential topic for research related to metacognition?
Which of the following is a potential topic for research related to metacognition?
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In the context of meta-d', what does a value of meta-d' equal to d' indicate?
In the context of meta-d', what does a value of meta-d' equal to d' indicate?
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Which of these studies specifically discusses measuring metacognitive performance?
Which of these studies specifically discusses measuring metacognitive performance?
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What does the term 'metacognitive sensitivity' refer to in the context of the meta-d' model?
What does the term 'metacognitive sensitivity' refer to in the context of the meta-d' model?
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What aspect of metacognition does the study by Shekhar & Rahnev (2021) specifically address?
What aspect of metacognition does the study by Shekhar & Rahnev (2021) specifically address?
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How is metacognitive efficiency defined according to the content?
How is metacognitive efficiency defined according to the content?
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According to the provided content, which journal might be expected to address metacognitive self-reports?
According to the provided content, which journal might be expected to address metacognitive self-reports?
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What does a scenario where meta-d' is less than d' indicate?
What does a scenario where meta-d' is less than d' indicate?
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What is one possible real-world implication of studying metacognitive bias?
What is one possible real-world implication of studying metacognitive bias?
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What is the main advantage of using the meta-d' model?
What is the main advantage of using the meta-d' model?
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In meta-d', the performance of an observer is controlled theoretically. What does this control allow researchers to analyze?
In meta-d', the performance of an observer is controlled theoretically. What does this control allow researchers to analyze?
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Which study discusses metacognitive efficiency affected by sensory noise?
Which study discusses metacognitive efficiency affected by sensory noise?
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The concept of meta-d' separates which two critical components within the SDT framework?
The concept of meta-d' separates which two critical components within the SDT framework?
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Study Notes
Metacognition - Lecture Series
- The course covers metacognition, including its introduction, measurement, relation to psychopathology, belief structures, neural correlates, evolution in other species, and consciousness. Methods, paradigms, and psychological/biological determinants will also be discussed.
Metacognition - Aims of the Module
- Students will gain a detailed understanding of metacognition; metacognitive deficits and psychopathology.
- Students will become familiar with the methodologies and paradigms used in this field.
- Students will gain understanding of the psychological and biological aspects of metacognition.
- Students will learn to critically evaluate research and contrast theories in metacognition.
Metacognition - Assessment
- Level 4: 1 x 2500-word assignment due November 13th. A portion of week 6 will be dedicated to preparing for the assignment. Remote exam at semester's end (2 essay questions from 5 choices within 6 hours).
- Level 5: 2 x 2500-word assignments (each worth 50% of the module grade).
What to Study?
- Lecture notes
- Relevant papers will be uploaded to the module page on MyDundee.
- Email questions/concerns to [email protected].
Measuring Metacognition
- Metacognition is awareness of one's own cognitive processes (thinking about thinking). It's not directly observable.
- Self-report questionnaires are the earliest and most common way to measure metacognition.
- The Metacognitive Awareness Inventory (MAI) is an example of a self-report questionnaire.
- There isn't a single 'gold standard' questionnaire, and existing self-report studies have shown inconsistent ways of measuring metacognition.
- Different taxonomies (like Flavell's and Schraw & Dennison's) illustrate the complexity of capturing all aspects of metacognition.
- Questionnaires assume accurate self-reporting of metacognition, ignoring potential biases and limitations in self-awareness.
Quantifying Metacognitive Ability
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Researchers quantify metacognition by investigating the relationship between confidence ratings and correct/incorrect performance.
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This involves type 1 and type 2 responses (behaviour and second-order report respectively).
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While there's a correlation between confidence and accuracy, confidence isn't a reliable accuracy indicator.
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Different types of second-order reports exist (e.g., judgment of learning, feeling of knowing, confidence, error monitoring, post-decision wager).
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Metacognition is assessed through multiple judgments over time, noting the statistical links between behavior and metacognitive judgments.
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Metacognitive performance involves two key components, sensitivity, and bias.
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Sensitivity refers to an individual's ability for precise identification (accuracy of subjective reports). - Bias refers to consistent tendencies in judgment (overconfidence, being overly certain).
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There is value to separating metacognitive bias and sensitivity.
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Signal Detection Theory (SDT) can be used to quantify metacognitive ability.
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It identifies the difference between where 'signal absent' and 'signal present' distributions lie in terms of d-prime (d').
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The "meta-d'" model provides an easier way to quantify and interpret metacognitive ability.
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By controlling for type-1 performance and avoiding 2-alternative forced choice (2-AFC) issues, the meta-d' model provides a more accurate and reliable metacognitive measure.
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Newer approaches to studying metacognition include Reverse Engineering of Metacognition (ReMeta) and Metacognitive Information Theory - that address limitations in the meta-d' model.
Next Week
- Metacognition and Psychopathology.
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This lecture series delves into the intricate topic of metacognition, covering its measurement, relationship with psychopathology, and neural correlates. Students will also explore metacognitive deficits, methodologies, and the psychological and biological aspects of this fascinating field. Engage in critical evaluation and contrast various theories related to metacognition throughout the course.
