Metacognition and Self-Esteem in Relation to Academic Achievement of College Students in West Bengal
Year: 2026
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: : This study investigates the relationship between metacognition, self-esteem, and academic achievement among college students. Utilizing a descriptive survey method, researchers employed a simple random sampling technique to select 320 participants (160 male and 160 female). The study explored how metacognition—the awareness and regulation of one's thinking—varies across gender, locality, and achievement levels. Results indicate a significant positive correlation between metacognition and both academic achievement and self-esteem. Comparative analysis revealed that urban students and male students demonstrate higher levels of metacognition than their rural and female counterparts, respectively. Furthermore, students with high academic performance and high self-esteem exhibited superior metacognitive skills compared to those in the lower brackets. These findings underscore the critical role of self-reflective thinking and psychological wellbeing in enhancing educational outcomes within the college environment.
Author: Mrityunjay Ishore
Language: English
Subfield: Developmental and Educational Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W7148820294
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