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Thinking, Problem Solving and Creativity — Syllabus

ICSE · Class 11 · Psychology

What Thinking, Problem Solving and Creativity covers in ICSE Class 11 Psychology: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session.

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4 Topics · ICSE Class 11 Psychology · 2026-27

Topics in Thinking, Problem Solving and Creativity

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1. Nature of Thinking and Its Elements

  • Thinking is an active mental process and a basic cognitive function.
  • Thinking distinguishes human beings from other species.
  • Thinking involves analysis, organisation, re-organisation, and manipulation of information.
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2. Concept Formation and Types of Concepts

  • Concept formation is the process of identifying attributes and using them to classify objects into groups.
  • Concept formation has three stages: perception, abstraction, and generalisation.
  • Perception provides the first mental image.
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3. Types of Thinking

  • Guilford used convergent and divergent thinking to describe creative ability.
  • Convergent thinking is logical, focused, and stepwise.
  • Convergent thinking works best where a single best correct answer exists.
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4. Reasoning, Types of Reasoning, and Errors in Reasoning

  • Reasoning is the logical part of thinking.
  • Reasoning guides problem solving and influences decision making.
  • Reasoning is a higher-level, organised, systematic, careful, and purposeful process.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Thinking

Nature of ThinkingElements of ThinkingLanguage and ThoughtConcept FormationTypes of ConceptTypes of ThinkingReasoningErrors in Reasoning

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What are the important topics in Thinking, Problem Solving and Creativity for ICSE Class 11 Psychology?
Key topics in Thinking, Problem Solving and Creativity include Nature of Thinking and Its Elements, Concept Formation and Types of Concepts, Types of Thinking, Reasoning, Types of Reasoning, and Errors in Reasoning. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 11 exams.
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