How to Build Metacognition and Self-Regulation in Your School with Dr. Shyamm Barr

School Leaders Project

In this episode, we dive into the world of self-regulated learning with Dr. Shyam Barr, a thought leader in Australia specializing in student-centered learning and metacognition. Self-regulated learning is all about equipping students with the skills and capacity to understand how they learn best, when they learn best, and how to curate an environment that supports their growth.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

1. What self-regulated learning really means and why it’s essential in today’s education landscape.
2. How to explicitly teach self-regulation skills in schools and help students become independent learners.
3. Practical strategies to embed self-regulated learning in everyday classroom practices, including planning, monitoring, and evaluating learning.
4. The connection between motivation, metacognition, and emotional regulation in fostering lifelong learning.
5. How school leaders can support a culture shift toward student autonomy and embed these practices across their curriculum.

Dr. Barr shares insights on the small yet powerful shifts teachers can make to empower students, emphasizing that learning is something students do for themselves, not just something that happens to them. Whether you’re a teacher, school leader, or someone curious about innovative approaches in education, this episode provides actionable strategies and deep dives into how we can truly prepare students for a world that demands adaptability and self-directed growth.

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