Investing in the Human Potential: Improving Cognitive Life Skills in Young People

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Article

Magazine

RIVISTA INTERNAZIONALE DI SCIENZE SOCIALI

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RIVISTA INTERNAZIONALE DI SCIENZE SOCIALI - 2009 - 3

Title

Investing in the Human Potential: Improving Cognitive Life Skills in Young People

Author

Alessandro Antonietti

Publisher

Vita e Pensiero

Format

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03-2009

Issn

0035-676X (print) | 1827-7918 (digital)

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Description

The paper presents four possible ways to devise interventions aimed at enhancing thinking abilities in children. The assumptions underlying each perspective are highlighted by making reference to training programs implemented to foster problem-solving and creativity skills. The critical role of self-awareness and self-regulation is stressed as the key element which makes intervention effective. Implications for designing and managing interventions are discussed. Key-words: Life skills, Creativity, Problem solving, Decision making, Learning, Self-regulation. JEL Classification: I20, I21.