Cognitive Processes Quiz

Which of the following cognitive processes is used when students consider their own learning style when approaching a problem?

• critical thinking

• metacognition

• problem-solving

• concept learning

When a learner is able to apply what he learned in math to art class, what cognitive process is he using?

• concept learning

• metacognition

• critical thinking

• transfer

Which of the following statements is true about problem-solving?

• Problem-solving should be taught exclusively in math classrooms.

• The process of solving problems is as important as finding the correct answer.

• The final step of problem-solving is finding a solution.

• The most important part of problem-solving is finding the correct answer.

Which of the complex cognitive processes is a teacher using when she asks students to sort two and three dimensional shapes?

• critical thinking

• transfer

• problem-solving

• concept learning

Which of the following is true when using critical thinking skills?

• Critical thinking involves the use of a single source to draw conclusions.

• Critical thinking uses high level reasoning skills to draw logical conclusions.

• Critical thinking increases self-awareness by providing reflection time for the learner.

• Critical thinking skills base the solution on the learner's opinion.