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Problem Solving and Higher-Order Thinking: Mapping Conceptual Overlaps and Distinctions

Author(s) Mr. Thienkholal Guite, Ms. L.Lucy Lhinghoikim Kom
Country India
Abstract Higher-order thinking and problem solving are commonly considered crucial educational outcomes, but the conceptual connection between them is not well elaborated in the educational research. Based on the synthesis of classical and up-to-date literature in the area of educational psychology, this conceptual paper analyzes the theoretical ties and differences between problem solving and higher-order thinking. Based on the existing cognitive models, the paper conceptualises problem solving as a practical, goal-focused expression of higher-order thinking that involves the planning, integration of critical thinking, reasoning, creativity and metacognitive regulation. Using a conceptual analytic methodology, the study identifies the areas of convergence, draws significant differences, and offers an integrative framework of the position of problem solving as a central construct in the framework of advanced cognitive processing. The paper also explains consequences of the curriculum design, instructional practice, assessment and teacher education. This study will help build more coherent theory by providing a conceptual clarity and to design education practices that will enable deep, transferable learning.
Keywords Problem solving, Higher-order thinking, Critical thinking, Metacognition, Educational theory
Field Sociology > Education
Published In Volume 7, Issue 6, November-December 2025
Published On 2025-12-31
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i06.65148
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