Some of the sixteen Habits of Mind are informed by the work of Bandura (1977).
Banduraís Social Learning Theory suggests that a learnerís behaviour is influenced by
the interactive processes between cognitive and personal influences, external influences
and influences of the behaviour itself. Bandura (1977) identifies three key aspects of this
interactive process, namely observation, language and self-talk. According to Social
Learning Theory, learners use observation, language and self-talk to make sense of the
world and assist in their choice of behaviours.
Managing Impulsivity and Metacognition include the concepts of self-talk and selfregulation
of behaviours, while Gathering Data through all Senses comprises
observational skills and learning from others. Thinking and Communicating with Clarity