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ERIC Number: EJ287144
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1983
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The Enaction Theory of Thinking and Its Educational Implications.
Ohlsson, Stellan
Scandinavian Journal of Educational Research, v27 n2 p73-88 1983
Newell and Simon's new theory of thinking is summarized and some educational implications developed. The enaction theory implies that thinking is a skill and should be taught like other skills, by teaching methods of how to perform it. The traditional theory of thinking and its influence are briefly discussed. (Author/MH)
Descriptors: Cognitive Ability, Cognitive Processes, Cognitive Structures, Deduction, Educational Theories, Heuristics, Learning Processes, Learning Theories, Models, Simulation, Skill Development, Teaching Styles
Publication Type: Opinion Papers; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Enaction Theory of Thinking; Newell (Allen); Simon (Herbert A)