Effort Regulation in Meta-reasoning: Monitoring and Control
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: Meta-reasoning is an intricate cognitive function that oversees and modulates advanced intellectual activities like reasoning and solving problems, employing continuous self-assessment to navigate complexities. Although this monitoring is somewhat vague, it often harnesses heuristic cues to render judgements and drive decisions. These heuristics, while efficient, vary greatly and can lead to different decision-making paths. The effort regulation in meta-reasoning, as articulated by the Diminishing Criterion Model(DCM), is influenced by a decline in confidence levels, coupled with a decrease in available time which, together, can precipitate a cessation in cognitive engagement. Consequently, compelling avenues for further research include a thorough examination of the dynamics of heuristic cues and an enhancement of reasoning abilities through improved meta-reasoning techniques. Additionally, it is crucial to investigate the specific the neural mechanism of meta-reasoning. Future studies in these areas are expected to refine our comprehension of heuristic reliance and the metacognitive effort.
Source: Applied & Educational Psychology
Author: Zhichao Qian
Institution: Anqing Normal University
Language: English
Subfield: General Decision Sciences
Field: Decision Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4396776064