A comparison of meta-cognitive beliefs of normal and talented students

Document Type : Research Paper

Authors

1 Assistant Professor of Psychology University of Mohaghegh Ardabili

2 M.A Student of Psychology, Department of Psychology

3 Assistant Professor of Statistic, University of Mohaghegh Ardabili

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Abstract

The aim of the present study was to
investigate meta-cognitive beliefs in normal and gifted
students. 60 male students (in 2 groups of 30) were
randomly selected. The research hypothesis was this:
There is a significant difference in meta-cognitive
beliefs between gifted and normal students. To test the
research hypothesis, the meta-cognitive questionnaire
with 30 questions was administered. The data were
analyzed using independent t-test. The results of the
study indicated that there is significant difference in
meta-cognitive beliefs of gifted and normal students. It
was also found that the two groups of students are
significantly different with regard to micro-factors of
cognitive self-awareness. However, no significant
difference was found between the members of the two
groups regarding cognitive confidence factors, positive
beliefs about anxiety and negative beliefs about
uncontrobaility and risk. It seems that due to higher
levels of IQ, gifted students are trying to closely control
their mental behavior, and as a result of this, enjoy
higher standards of self awareness. It seems, however,
that the components of positive and negative beliefs as
well as cognitive confidence are independent of IQ

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