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Metacognitive Behavior Self-Assessment Scale

Metacognitive Behavior Self-Assessment Scale Test

Understand how you plan, monitor, and adjust your thinking in learning and problem solving in about 3 minutes. In 12 quick items, you get a clear profile of strengths and growth areas to guide targeted development.

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October 2, 2025

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18/60

Level of Metacognitive Strategy Development (LoMSD)

Assesses how well a person notices, monitors, and regulates their own thinking during learning or complex problem-solving.

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12 – 27: Low | 28 – 44: Moderate | 45 – 60: High

A score of 18 falls in the Low range, suggesting metacognitive strategies such as planning, monitoring, and self-reflection are used inconsistently and may benefit from further development.

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DATA-BASED USER COHORTS

Who Usually Takes This Test?

Students and exam prep

41%OF USERS

People studying for school, university, or certification use it to see how well they plan, monitor, and adjust their learning under pressure.

Educators and trainers

34%OF USERS

Teachers, tutors, and corporate trainers take it to diagnose metacognitive gaps and target instruction or coaching more effectively.

Researchers and psychologists

25%OF USERS

Researchers and practitioners use it for quick screening or group comparisons of self-regulation and reflective thinking in learning and problem-solving.

BASED ON AGGREGATED, ANONYMIZED DATA FROM TENS OF THOUSANDS OF FREUDLY USERS.

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Level of Development of Metacognitive Strategies (LoDoMS)

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CLEAR ANSWERS TO COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this questionnaire measure?

It measures awareness of one’s thinking and the use of strategies to plan, monitor, and adjust learning or problem solving. Results indicate relative strengths and areas for development in self-regulation.

How long does it take to complete and how many items are included?

It takes about 3 minutes to complete. It contains 12 items.

How should responses be selected?

Select the option that best reflects typical behavior in learning or complex task situations. Use first impressions and answer all items.

How are results reported and interpreted?

Results are summarized as a profile across several strategy areas rather than a single pass–fail outcome. Higher scores generally indicate more consistent use of metacognitive strategies.

Can the results change over time?

Yes, strategy use can change with training, feedback, and practice. Reassessment can be used to track progress after targeted development efforts.

WHAT THE TEST MEASURES

About This Assessment

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Metacognitive Behavior Self-Assessment Scale Test - Symptoms and Signs

metacognition

This self-report measure evaluates perceived metacognitive behaviors related to monitoring and regulating one’s thinking during learning or complex problem-solving. The Metacognitive Behavior Self-Assessment Scale provides a brief snapshot of how individuals appraise their use of strategies such as planning, self-monitoring, and reflective adjustment.

The instrument includes 12 items and typically takes about 3 minutes to complete. Adrian Wells is cited as the author.

Results are commonly interpreted descriptively to identify relative strengths and areas for further assessment or skill development, and to support clinical or educational case formulation when metacognitive factors are relevant. The Metacognitive Behavior Self-Assessment Scale is not, by itself, diagnostic and should be considered alongside other clinical information, including presenting concerns, functional impairment, and corroborating measures.

Author: Adrian Wells

Literature: Flavell, J. H. Metacognition and cognitive monitoring: A new area of cognitive-developmental inquiry. American Psychologist. 1979.

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