What skill is developed at the 'Apply' level of the cognitive domain?

The 'Apply' level of the cognitive domain, according to Bloom's Taxonomy, focuses on the ability to use learned information in new situations. This means that at this level, individuals are expected to take their knowledge and demonstrate their ability to solve problems and effectively apply their skills.

For example, when learners can take theoretical knowledge about fire safety protocols and use it to conduct a fire risk assessment in a specific building, they are demonstrating the 'Apply' skill. This level of cognitive development requires not just understanding or recalling information but actually engaging with it in practical ways to address real-world scenarios.

In contrast, dividing information into components, comparing and contrasting different pieces of information, or recalling previously learned facts are skills associated with other levels of cognitive understanding, such as analysis or knowledge, rather than application.