Problem solving &
Types
of problem solving
Presentation
Problem solving
It is the ability to identify, cope with and find solutions to difficult or challenging
situations. Problem solving is a process in which the person perceives and resolves
the gap between the present situation and the desirable goal, when the path to the
goal is blocked by the known or unknown obstacles.
Problem solving skill is an ability to use problem solving procedure to resolve a
problem in a different manner. Problems are the situations that are difficult to
deal
with; and in which, the individual finds himself or herself very uncomfortable. To
overcome such a situation, the individual needs to apply cognitive procedure by
applying creative thinking or/and critical thinking and take the decision to solve
the problem.
Types of problems
Well-structured
problems
Ill-structured problems
Well structured
problems
PROBLEMS CAN BE CATEGORIZED ACCORDING TO
WHETHER THEY HAVE CLEAR PATHS TO A SOLUTION WELL-
STRUCTURED PROBLEMS HAVE
CLEAR PATHS TO SOLUTIONS. THESE PROBLEMS ALSO ARE TERMED
WELL-DEFINED
ILL-STRUCTURED PROBLEMS :
WHICH LACK CLEAR PATHS TO SOLUTIONS. THESE
PROBLEMS ARE ALSO TERMED ILL-DEFINED PROBLEMS.
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