Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated August 2025
Definition
The cognitive model of learning is a theoretical framework that focuses on how people acquire, process, and retain knowledge through mental processes such as attention, perception, memory, and problem-solving.
A schema is a mental framework or organized knowledge structure that helps us organize and interpret incoming information based on our past experiences.
Metacognition refers to our ability to think about and reflect upon our own thinking processes. It involves understanding our strengths and weaknesses in learning and using strategies to enhance our learning experience.