PSY312H5 Lecture Notes - Lecture 8: Theory Of Multiple Intelligences, Fluid And Crystallized Intelligence, Problem Solving
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3 primary facets of cognition: cognition processes information. Solve problems in a methodical wayz: cognition is active, cognition is useful and purposeful. Reasoning: when we try to cognitively process information to reach specific conclusions. 2 types: formal reasoning deductive (valid premise, valid conclusion, everyday reasoning probabilities and truths about premises and conclusions. Individual"s ability to think rationally, understand complex ideas, act purposefully, learn from experience, and adapt effectively to the environment. Even in toddlerhood you can adapt to new environments except schemas aren"t well developed yet. Drive the individual"s ability to think and act quickly, solve novel problems, and encode short-term memories. Abilities for reasoning, concept formation, adaptation, flexibility, and speed in information processing. Knowledge, experiences, and general information acquired over a lifetime. Personality factors, motivation and educational and cultural opportunity are central to its development. Problem solving: a series of thinking processes we use to reach a goal that is not readily attainable.
