Cognitive Thinking and Development

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What is the primary function of cognitive thinking?

To turn information into knowledge and make decisions

Which process occurs in the brain during cognitive thinking?

Neurons interact with each other via electrical signals

What is the term for the type of thinking that involves applying logic to problems and making deliberate decisions?

Slow thinking

Which of the following is NOT a way to develop cognitive abilities?

Watch excessive TV

Who are the psychologists that researched and coined the terms 'fast' and 'slow' thinking?

Daniel Kahneman and Amos Tversky

What is the outcome of using 'fast' thinking?

'Good enough' decisions

What is the primary focus of cognitive processes?

Acquiring knowledge through environmental information

What is metacognition?

The process of thinking about one's own thinking and learning

What is an example of a metacognitive activity?

Planning how to approach a learning task

What is the goal of brainstorming?

To produce as many ideas as possible within a time frame

Which activity is NOT an example of cognitive development?

Cooking a new recipe

What is the purpose of metacognitive processes?

To reflect on thought processes and learning

What is the primary purpose of using a mood board in developing marketing strategies?

To display abstract concepts in a more tangible format

What is the main advantage of using picture prompts in brainstorming?

It introduces outside elements to prompt new and unexpected associations

What is the primary function of a metaphor in idea generation?

To draw connections between concepts and generate ideas

What is the role of a facilitator in picture prompts?

To provide each participant with a folder of prepared pictures

What is the benefit of using metaphors to describe abstract concepts?

It makes the concept more tangible and relatable

What is the primary goal of idea generation techniques?

To promote free associations and generate new ideas

What is the primary purpose of using an outline in creative development?

To organize ideas before production

What is the benefit of using roleplaying in product development?

It helps teams to develop ideas that meet the customer's wants and needs

What is the main difference between 'yes, and...' and 'yes, but...' phrases?

One promotes open-mindedness, the other introduces limitations

What is a characteristic of the 'yes, and...' technique?

It starts with a single word, phrase, or concept and expands on it

What is the advantage of using multiple personas in roleplaying?

It enables teams to look at the problem from several viewpoints

What is the purpose of using creative techniques in product development?

To develop ideas that meet the customer's wants and needs

What is the primary focus of children during the Sensomotor stage?

Exploring the world through senses and actions

At what age do children typically enter the Concrete operational stage?

Around 7 years old

What is a common characteristic of children during the Pre-operational stage?

Speaking or garbling to communicate

What is the main way children understand the world during the Pre-operational stage?

Through their own understanding and perspective

What is a common activity observed in children during the Sensomotor stage?

Putting objects in their mouths to explore

What is the last stage of cognitive development in Piaget's theory?

Formal operational stage

Learn about cognitive thinking, the mental process of processing information, and how it develops in the human brain. Understand the role of neurons, electrical signals, and chemical processes in forming thoughts and making decisions.

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