Metacognitive skills and emotions in the construction of Personal Learning Environments

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.6018/red.526831
Keywords: Personal Learning Environment, Self-regulated learning, Higher Education, emotions

Supporting Agencies

  • Entornos Personales de Aprendizaje, Aprendizaje Autorregulado, emociones, Educación Superior

Abstract

The metacognitive processes during learning are linked to different aspects such as emotions and motivation which in turn contribute to students’ performance. In this research paper, we identified the role of emotions on the learning experience while performing learning of online Higher Education students during the construction of their Personal Learning Environments (PLE) in Mexico. The study was carried out through mixed research in which the CAPPLE questionnaire and semi-structured interviews were implemented. Results show that emotions related to happiness and surprise motivate students to develop their PLE, while emotions such as fear or sadness motivate students to develop metacognitive skills and abilities. Additionally, it was identified that there is a correlation between some metacognitive processes for learning planning and emotions.  Conclusions reflect on the need to support both metacognitive and emotional processes for successful online learning and PLE construction.

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Published
01-01-2023
How to Cite
Ramírez-Mera, U., & Tur, G. (2023). Metacognitive skills and emotions in the construction of Personal Learning Environments. Distance Education Journal, 23(71). https://doi.org/10.6018/red.526831