Thinking Skills

The Learning Research and Development Center (1991) lists the following higher order thinking skills:

"Size up and define a problem that isn't neatly packaged.
Determine which facts and formulas stored in memory might be helpful for solving a problem.
Recognize when more information is needed, and where and how to look for it.
Deal with uncertainty by 'brainstorming' possible ideas or solutions when the way to proceed isn't apparent.
Carry out complex analyses or tasks that require planning, management, monitoring, and adjustment.
Exercise judgment in situations where there aren't clear-cut 'right' and 'wrong' answers, but more and less useful ways of doing things.
Step outside the routine to deal with an unexpected breakdown or opportunity." (pp. 3-4)