metatöötlust
Metatöötlust, often translated as "metaprocessing" or "processing the processing," refers to the examination or analysis of a process itself rather than just the direct output of that process. It involves stepping back and considering how something is done, the methods employed, and the underlying mechanisms. This concept can be applied across various fields, from cognitive science and education to computer science and organizational management.
In cognitive psychology, metatöötlust describes an individual's awareness of and control over their own thinking processes.
In education, teaching metacognitive skills, or metatöötlust strategies, aims to help learners become more effective and
In computer science, metatöötlust can relate to the design and analysis of algorithms that operate on other