11. It is allied to reflective consciousness and self-knowledge, or metacognition . 12. They also develop metacognition , which helps them to understand their own cognitive activities. 13. :: : : : Avoidance of consequences is not a sign of metacognition . 14. Although jobs typically have set goals, individual goals and achievement can benefit from metacognition . 15. Flavell has conducted extensive research into metacognition and the child's theory of mind. 16. The structure of the process supports metacognition . 17. Steering cognition is a model of metacognition . 18. There are generally two components of metacognition : knowledge about cognition, and regulation of cognition. 19. Related to metacognition and abstract thought, perspective-taking involves a more sophisticated theory of mind. 20. It has been suggested that metacognition in some animals provides some evidence for cognitive self-awareness.