Information processing

Sorting, classifying, sequencing, comparing, contrasting, analysing whole or part relationships between things.

Problem solving

Posing and defining problems, planning investigations, testing solutions and evaluating outcomes.

Critical reasoning

Giving reasons for beliefs, constructing and analysing arguments, assessing reliability of evidence.

Creative thinking

Brainstorming, generating ideas and hypotheses.

Metacognition

Developing self-awareness, self-monitoring and self-regulation.