Complex Cognitive
Processes cont.
Part II: Chapter 9
Complex Cognitive Processes
cont.
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Concept Learning
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Problem Solving
Concept Learning
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Concept – mental structure that
categorizes
Characteristics/Prototype/exemplars
 Concept mapping
 Instructional strategies
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Problem Solving
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Identify the Problem
Represent the Problem
Select a Strategy
Implement a Strategy
Evaluate the results
Barfield’s Problem Solving Flower - primary
Barfield’s Problem Solving Train – upper EL
Complex Cognitive Processes
cont.
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Concept Learning
Problem Solving
Strategic Learner – next Monday
Transfer of Learning - next Monday
Study for Midterm Oct. 20th, Part II Journal Article due
Wed. Oct. 13th
need hard copy of the article, hard copy of your summary in APA format,
and electronic copy of your summary on the SSF…
be prepared to share your results with the class
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