1. Problem solving?
– The process of working through details of a problem to reach a
solution. Problem solving may include mathematical or systematic
operations and can be a gauge of an individual's critical thinking
skills.
2. Why problem-solving skills?
DECISION MAKING!!!!!!
Whether you're a student, a parent, a businessperson, or the
president of the United States, you face problems every day that
need solving. Maybe you're trying to save your company, keep your
job, or end the world financial crisis. Maybe you simply need to eat
better or find more time to spend with your family
3. Japanese educators had long talked
about the need to shift from
"memorization-focused education" to
"problem-solving-focused education,"
but no one had figured out how to make
this happen
4. Some key problem-solving skills
include:
– Active listening
– Analysis
– Research
– Creativity
– Communication
– Dependability
– Decision making
– Team-building
