Age 10 to 14 Lesson 2.3 – Concept Development and Patterns
- Cognitive Domain Objectives (Beginner Level)
- Define the concept of “shortcut thinking” as used in the brain’s Automatic Decision-Making System.
- Identify three types of concepts that influence decision-making and how concepts influence the measurement standards for decision-making.
- Explain how past experiences are encoded into concepts and influence future decision-making.
- Apply the concept of “shortcut thinking” by identifying an example that simplifies everyday decision-making.
- Affective Domain Objectives (Beginner Level)
- Recognize the importance of being aware of how concepts shape decision-making.
- Discuss the potential risks of using outdated concepts in a group setting.
- Value the role of self-awareness in identifying when a concept may be outdated or ineffective.
- Psychomotor Domain Objectives (Beginner Level)
- Observe and replicate the questioning process to assess if a concept is still relevant.
- Use a checklist to practice recognizing when the Automatic Decision-Making System might rely on assumptions from past experiences.
- Use a reflection journal to precisely document situations when an updated concept improved decision-making outcomes.
Concept Inventory