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Thinking

CBSE · Class 11 · Psychology

Complete topic list for Thinking in CBSE Class 11 Psychology. Key concepts, sub-topics, and what to focus on for board exams.

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4 Topics · CBSE Class 11 Psychology

Topics in Thinking

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1. Nature of Thinking

  • Thinking is the base of all cognitive activities and processes.
  • Thinking is unique to human beings.
  • Thinking is an internal mental process and can only be inferred from overt behaviour.
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2. Processes of Thinking: Problem Solving, Reasoning, and Decision-making

  • Problem solving is goal-directed thinking.
  • Problem solving has an initial state and an end state connected by several mental operations.
  • Mental set is a tendency to repeat already tried mental operations or steps.
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3. Creative Thinking

  • Everyday creativity is different from special talent creativity.
  • Creative thinking is not only about novelty; originality is also necessary.
  • Creative thinking must be reality-oriented, appropriate, constructive, and socially desirable.
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4. Lateral Thinking and Six Thinking Hats

  • Edward de Bono used the term lateral thinking for what Guilford called divergent thinking.
  • Vertical thinking digs the same hole deeper.
  • Lateral thinking is concerned with digging a hole in another place.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Thinking as a human cognitive process

Nature of thinkingBuilding blocks of thoughtConcept formationProblem solvingReasoningJudgment and decision-makingCreative thinkingCreative process

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What are the important topics in Thinking for CBSE Class 11 Psychology?
Thinking covers several key topics that are frequently asked in CBSE Class 11 board exams. Focus on the core concepts listed on this page and practise related questions to build confidence.
How to score full marks in Thinking — CBSE Class 11 Psychology?
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