Self-Monitoring/Self-Checking
What is with Self-Monitoring?
Self-Monitoring and Self-Checking refer to the ability to know how well you are progressing towards a goal. With self-monitoring and self-checking, you are able to know when a strategy is, or isn’t, working. This executive function helps people adapt their strategies when they aren’t working, and continue using those that are.
What do Self-Monitoring/Self-Checking challenges look like?
- Using stratgies that are not working
- Wasted effort
- Completing things late
- Not recognizing mistakes
- Avoiding doing things independently
- Not asking for help
- Inability to pick up on social cues
What are some strategies to help with Self-Monitoring challenges?
- Developing self-monitoring scales of effectiveness
- Identifying effort versus results
- Setting time for reflection and self-check ins
- Task Logs
How can coaching help with Self-Monitoring/Self-Checking challenges?
- Increased awareness and metacognition
- Identification of shifting limitations
- Development of strategies particular to your strengths
- Assessing effectiveness of strategies
- Increase accountability for desired growth and change
