摘要：Abstract This paper presents an overview of research into Piagetian and Neo-Piagetian variables that are involved in problem solving and how these variables affect the performance of problem solvers. Some of the variables discussed are those of formal operational ability, M-space, field factor (field-dependence/field-independence), mobile/fixed cognitive style, working-memory capacity, and collaboration on problem-solving tasks. Based on the discussion, directions for the enhancement of instruction in problem solving are suggested. Keywords : problem solving; cognitive variables; Piagetian variables; Neo-Piagetian variables; instructional measures.
其他摘要：Abstract This paper presents an overview of research into Piagetian and Neo-Piagetian variables that are involved in problem solving and how these variables affect the performance of problem solvers. Some of the variables discussed are those of formal operational ability, M-space, field factor (field-dependence/field-independence), mobile/fixed cognitive style, working-memory capacity, and collaboration on problem-solving tasks. Based on the discussion, directions for the enhancement of instruction in problem solving are suggested. Keywords: problem solving; cognitive variables; Piagetian variables; Neo-Piagetian variables; instructional measures.
