Welcome Addresses

Dear SIG 16 Members, Colleagues, Friends, and Guests,

It is my great pleasure to warmly welcome you all to Heidelberg for the 11th International Biennial Conference of EARLI SIG 16 on Metacognition and Self-Regulated Learning. As a Professor at the Institute of Education Science at Heidelberg University, a long-standing member of the EARLI community, and part of the SIG 16 Coordinators team, I am delighted to host this significant event at Heidelberg University. 

The planning for this conference began almost two years ago, and my team and I are incredibly excited that the time has finally come to welcome you all here in Heidelberg. It is an honor to gather such an international group, with around 150 participants from over 20 countries – spanning from Australia to the USA – joining us to share the latest research and discussions on metacognition and self-regulated learning.

I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of you who submitted such outstanding contributions. Your research and insights have shaped an exciting and rich program, and I am confident that these next few days will be filled with inspiring discussions and fruitful exchanges.

We stand at the intersection of transformative education and societal development, and your research provides invaluable insights into how learning, motivation, and self-regulation can be nurtured both in academic settings and beyond – in families, in classrooms, and with the support of digital learning and AI. Together, we can shape the future of education.

Thank you all for being here, for your commitment to research on metacognition and self-regulated learning, and for contributing to what I know will be a stimulating, productive, and inspiring few days. Let’s make the most of this opportunity to collaborate, exchange ideas, and continue pushing the boundaries of our understanding.

Following the motto of Heidelberg University – Semper apertus – may we remain “always open” to new ideas and the pursuit of knowledge.

Welcome to Heidelberg, and I wish us a memorable and successful conference!

Warm regards,

Prof. Dr. Silke Hertel
Conference Host
SIG 16 Coordinators Team
Institute of Education Science
Heidelberg University

Welcome to the SIG 16 Conference in Heidelberg!

As the EARLI SIG 16 Coordinator, I am delighted to welcome you all to this year’s 11th International Biennial Conference of EARLI SIG 16, themed "Empowering Learners and Shaping the Future of Education". This theme resonates deeply with our SIG 16 focus on metacognition and self-regulated learning, highlighting the importance of empowering learners to take charge of their educational journeys and be prepared for lifelong learning in a rapidly changing world. Additionally, it emphasises the importance of focusing on teachers and their competences and educational technologies to support self-regulated learning. Proficient teachers will be able to offer adaptive learning opportunities that meet the individual needs of their learners

I am thrilled by the opportunity for in-depth academic exchange that this conference provides. It is a unique chance to share our research findings, learn from one another, and collectively develop innovative approaches that will significantly impact the educational landscape. I am confident that your individual and our collective efforts will lead to meaningful advancements in our field.

A heartfelt thank you to the organisers of this conference for bringing this exceptional event to the beautiful city of Heidelberg. The historical and cultural richness of this city provides the perfect backdrop for our conference, creating an inspiring environment for our academic endeavours. The organisers have established an ideal framework for academic exchange through excellent planning and their great commitment.

I look forward to inspiring discussions, new insights, and the opportunity to meet both long-standing and new colleagues.

Warm regards,

Yves 
EARLI SIG 16 coordinator

Dear Colleagues and Participants,

It is my great pleasure to welcome you to Heidelberg for the 11th International Biennial Conference of EARLI SIG 16 on Metacognition and Self-Regulated Learning. As the spokesperson for Field of Focus 4: Self-Regulation and Regulation:  Individuals and Societies, part of Heidelberg University’s Excellence Strategy, I am delighted that this conference is being hosted at Heidelberg University. I am also very pleased that Field of Focus 4 was able to contribute financially to the organization of the conference.

Your work on metacognition and self-regulation aligns closely with our mission to explore how individuals and societies adapt and learn. The work that you, the members of the EARLI SIG 16, are conducting in the realms of metacognition and self-regulated learning resonates deeply with our mission to bridge the gap between cognitive processes and societal impacts. This conference provides a valuable platform to share innovative research, foster collaborations, and explore practical applications in education and beyond.

Heidelberg University is committed to advancing interdisciplinary research, and we are excited to join forces with the global academic community to deepen our understanding of cognition and self-regulation in learning and beyond. I hope this conference inspires productive dialogue, new ideas, and meaningful connections.

Welcome to Heidelberg, and I wish you a successful and inspiring conference!

Warm regards,

Jan Rummel
Spokesperson for Field of Focus 4: Self-Regulation and Regulation: Individuals and Societies
Heidelberg University Excellence Strategy