Understanding The Influence of Metacognition on Mathematical Literacy: A Literature Review

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Published: Oct 31, 2025
DOI: https://doi.org/10.55215/pedagonal.v9i2.42
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learning achievement, mathematical learning, mathematical literacy, metacognition, thinking strategies

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Muthya Hanifa
Universitas Islam Negeri Alauddin Makassar
Nursalam Nursalam
Universitas Islam Negeri Alauddin Makassar
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2741-4978
Andi Kusumayanti
Universitas Islam Negeri Alauddin Makassar
https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6399-2233
Suharti Suharti
Universitas Islam Negeri Alauddin Makassar
https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4762-7447

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Metacognition plays an important role in mathematical literacy because it helps students become aware of, monitor, and regulate their thinking processes when solving mathematical problems. With good metacognitive abilities, students can choose the right strategies, evaluate their solution steps, and correct errors to achieve a deeper conceptual understanding. This study is a narrative literature study that aims to explore the relationship between metacognitive skills and mathematical literacy in the context of learning. Literature searches were conducted through various databases (Google Scholar, Semantic Scholar, ScienceDirect, and Taylor & Francis) with publication inclusion criteria for 2016–2025. There were 40 relevant articles selected and analyzed. The results of the review show that most studies found a positive relationship between metacognition and mathematical literacy. Metacognition has been shown to support students in planning, monitoring, and evaluating thought processes when solving mathematical problems. Thus, metacognitive skills are an important foundation in improving concept understanding, problem-solving, and overall mathematical literacy. These findings confirm the importance of integrating metacognition-based learning strategies in mathematics learning design to meet 21st century challenges.

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Hanifa, M., Nursalam, N., Kusumayanti, A., & Suharti, S. (2025). Understanding The Influence of Metacognition on Mathematical Literacy: A Literature Review. Pedagonal : Jurnal Ilmiah Pendidikan, 9(2), 188–200. https://doi.org/10.55215/pedagonal.v9i2.42
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