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Thinking — Chapter Summary

CBSE · Class 11 · Psychology

Summary of Thinking for CBSE Class 11 Psychology. Key concepts: Thinking is a higher mental, A mental image is a mental and A concept is a mental.

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Overview

Thinking is the base of all cognitive activities and is unique to human beings. It is an internal mental process that cannot be observed directly, but can be inferred from behaviour. It is mostly organised and goal directed, and it works through mental images and concepts. The chapter also explains

Key Concepts

Thinking is a higher mental process

Thinking is a higher mental process through which information is manipulated and analysed. It helps in abstracting, reasoning, imagining, problem solv

A mental image is a mental

A mental image is a mental representation of a sensory experience. It helps in thinking about places, things, and events through internal visualisatio

A concept is a mental representation

A concept is a mental representation of a category. It groups objects, ideas, or events that share common properties.

Problem solving is goal

Problem solving is goal-directed thinking that starts with an initial state, moves through several mental operations, and ends with a goal state.

Mental set is the tendency

Mental set is the tendency to solve problems by using already tried steps or operations.

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the nature of thinking as a human cognitive process
  • Identify mental images and concepts as the building blocks of thought
  • Explain problem solving, reasoning, judgment, and decision-making
  • Distinguish between convergent and divergent thinking
  • Describe the stages and features of creative thinking

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Thinking for CBSE Class 11 Psychology?
Key topics in Thinking include Nature of Thinking, Processes of Thinking: Problem Solving, Reasoning, and Decision-making, Creative Thinking, Lateral Thinking and Six Thinking Hats. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 11 exams.
How should I revise Thinking for Class 11 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 85 practice questions on Thinking. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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