I. Processing Information assessment

1. When I collect information from disorganized sources I find it easy to do inventorying (skimming)

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2. In order to learn how to do something it is easy when participating in an activity (learning from experience)

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3. When collecting data, I know how to find relevant information from multiple reliable sources

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4. I prefer learning by categorizing information rather than going for the bigger picture

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5. I usually check if there is a logical connection between arguments before accepting a conclusion, even if the conclusion comes from a source that I consider to be reliable

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6. I usually interpret ideas with my past experience or collective experiences

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7. I usually want to identify inconsistencies / anomalies / errors in information that I receive, even if the information source is reliable

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8. When I encounter multiple information about one particular subject I find it easy to look for patterns

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9. I usually trust my predictions

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10. When I collect information I usually create a framework with criteria in order to filter information (organized study)

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II. Constructing Understanding

11. I usually know how to ask key questions in order to seek clarification

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12. I usually explore the context in order to see connections between parts

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13. I find it easy to connect parts into a new whole (integration)

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14. Most of the time people consider my line of reasoning to be clear (people can understand me rather easily)

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15. I can explain complicated things in simple terms

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16. I can formulate an argument in a logical manner based on evidence

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17. When I explain I usually don’t tend to give too many examples.

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18. I usually I don’t take information at face value if people around me believe in it or if I find it in sources that I consider to be reliable

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19. Usually I find it easy to get the main point / the main idea

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20. Usually my interpretations are accurate and bring meaning for better understanding

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III. Applying knowledge

21. I usually define what I can know based on what already I know – being aware of the limits of my knowledge

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21. I usually define what I can know based on what already I know – being aware of the limits of my knowledge

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22. I usually plan how to use my knowledge (strategizing)

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23. I usually find it easy to transfer my knowledge or my ideas in a new context (transfering)

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24. In the process of explaining I usually simplify my explanation – showing primary features

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25. I accept that my assertions, arguments can lead to different interpretations than mine (flexibility)

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26. In contexts that imply thinking, I usually stimulate ideas to discover new ideas (divergent thinking)

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27. I usually use alternative methods to test my result (Validating)

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28. I usually compare my results with accepted standards (Complying)

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29. I usually take into account best practices when comparing my results (Benchmarking)

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30. Regarding the outcome of my knowledge, I usually clarify expectations

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IV. Solving Problems

31. I usually can solve problems

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32. Usually I am efficient when I solve problems

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33. When I encounter a problem, I usually search for multiple sources that can help me solve problems

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34. I can be creative and innovative when I solve problems

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35. I am motivated to solve problems when I encounter one

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36. It is easy for me concentrate when I encounter a problem

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37. I can analyze problems

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38. I have understanding the problem solving step-by-step basic process

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39. Most of the times I asses if a problem represents a provocation

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40. When solving problems I usually recognize limitations of solutions

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V. Focusing

41. People are interrupting me constantly

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42. When I'm interrupted I find it hard to get back to the workload I was in

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43. When people interrupt me, it is hard for me to stop them, to get back to the workload in which I was

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44. I get easily distracted

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45. I find it hard to concentrate

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46. I often have to ask people to repeat what they say

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47. I often day-dream with my eyes open

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48. I often feel frustrated at the end of the day because I feel I have not done anything

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49. I often feel scattered (chaotic) and ineffective

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50. I often lose my line of reasoning when talking to other people

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